We don't just talk about classic Indian films in the Banter, Bollywood and Beyond household, oh no. As a result of Channel 4's Indian film season, we've had the pleasure of catching The Lift Boy late one night and getting spellbound by its easygoing, funny well-observed charm. So we thought: why not sit down for a chat with Jonathan Augustin, the film's director / writer / producer?

Alex decided to focus on the influences and story of the film, whereas Smytta, a fellow Mumbaite, wanted to talk more about the city as seen in the film. All things considered, it was a pretty amazing discussion with a truly driven and talented young voice in Indian cinema. 

The Lift Boy Details 

On Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81278142

Website: www.theliftboy.com  FB: www.facebook.com/TheLiftBoy

THE LIFT BOY Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGDDIT4pTKE&t=2s

Twitter: @theliftboy

Follow Jonathan Augustin 

FB: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.augustin2000

Twitter: @JonathanChats 

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Next week, we will go back to our usual programming, and cover the amazing Mandi by Shyam Benegal. 

In the meantime, enjoy the episode!