A retired couple, one sleepless night, a game played, a question asked, a decision pending and a life hanging. Is it right to sacrifice everything? Is it wrong to not do the same? Can a caregiver be tired of giving?
“a night, after all” is a story of a night which is dark, terrifying, lonely yet warm and full of love. Love which exists between its characters that we see and the ones we do not.
Supriya and Kishore are two souls in the twilight of their lives, Supriya being a retired teacher and her husband Kishore a retired railway’s officer. Having lived a quiet life in various cities over various transfers, they are now settled in their own house.
But there is someone else who is a part of their life now. Bittu, the 19 year old daughter of Supriya’s elder sister is living with them. Her presence in their life creates a dilemma they both are unable to solve.
The story unfolds as the night progresses, sharing with us the vulnerabilities of the human heart, how it falls prey to attachment, and asks us to think about the meaning of sacrifice.
Anshul Agrawal is an independent filmmaker whose passion for storytelling has driven him to explore and depict the intricate emotions and stories of everyday people.
Although he did not receive formal education in film, he immersed himself in the world of cinema, learning on the job, collaborating with industry professionals, and gaining hands-on experience that shaped his understanding of the medium.
For the past decade, Anshul has focused on documentary filmmaking which allowed him to capture real-life stories and the raw emotions of everyday people.
With this solid foundation, he ventured into fictional storytelling, driven by a desire to create narrative films that highlight the emotional journeys of his characters.
Debut Film – "The School Bag"
Anshul made his debut as a Writer and Co-Director with the short film "The School Bag" in 2017. The film resonated with audiences globally, earning critical acclaim and being screened at over 100 film festivals worldwide.
Continuing this journey, Anshul remains committed to exploring stories that reflect the human condition, with a focus on the emotional landscapes that define everyday life. His work aims to bridge the gap between documentary realism and fictional narrative, creating films that are both heartfelt and authentic. 
The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) is the oldest, most prestigious film festival screening premieres of feature, documentary and
short films made from, of, and about the Indian subcontinent in the Independent, arthouse, alternate and diaspora genres.
