NYU: Indian Masala

Going to this event, was the first time I have ever really experienced Indian culture. It was not only a new experience, but also an enjoyable one. I was first able to try some Indian foods (which were delicious!), then I was given the pleasure to watch Indian dances and a movie, both of which shed light on the culture of India. I always had the misconception that Indian culture was very different from other cultures that I am familiar with, but i have seen many similarities between India, America, and other Asian countries, in terms of their foods, music, dances, and movie production. The dance performances stirred a lot of excitement, and although the movie was very long, i enjoyed every moment of it. It was a movie titled "Dor" which told a story about two women who are desperately seeking what they individually want in life. Watching the journey that has been set before them, unfold, was not only heart warming, but I could relate to the two women in this film. And although the film was not in English, I was able to really grasp what the movie was about, and was moved beyond words. This made me think that although there may be a language or even a culural barrier between individuals, it is more than possible to not only communicate but connect through other means.