17th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival: An Unquiet Mind

SNFL is proud to present An Unquiet Mind as part of the 17th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York. Renowned for its wide-ranging international film selection and riveting conversations, the festival is the world's largest showcase of accessible and inclusive cinema. An Unquiet Mind is an intimate look at OCD beyond common stereotypes, following two individuals as they navigate daily life and build understanding about lesser-known aspects of the condition.

An Unquiet Mind (2024)

Dir. Rachel Immaraj | Documentary | English | 75 min | Content Advisory: graphic depictions of suicide, violence, & sexual imagery.

Watch the trailer here.

Shattering common myths about OCD through the interweaving stories of Vinay and Natasha, a reality far more complex than perfectionism or repetition is revealed. As the camera follows their daily lives at work and home, we witness their raw struggles with intrusive thoughts and difficulty relating their experiences to others. Through intimate, honest moments, Vinay and Natasha illuminate the hidden reality of OCD, while sparking crucial conversations about mental health and the vital role of community support.

To join the event in-person | Doors will open 30 minutes before the program begins. For free events, we generally overbook to ensure a full house. Priority will be given to those who have registered in advance, but registration does not guarantee admission. All registered seats are released shortly before start time, and seats may become available at that time. A standby line will form 30 minutes before the program.

An Unquiet Mind is presented as part of the 17th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York, running April 3-9 in venues throughout NY+Online. Visit ReelAbilities.org for full festival information.

ACCESSIBILITY AT SNFL

In Person

• SNFL is fully wheelchair-accessible.


• The film will be presented with open captions.


• Assistive listening devices and/or hearing loops are available at our venue.


• You can request a free ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation or CART (Communication Access Real-Time Translation) captioning service by emailing your request to the address below by March 20.

Email accessibility@nypl.org with your questions and / or requests.

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All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

The 7 Stories Up Series at SNFL is made possible by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF).