The Last Conception

It's unusual to see a movie representing Indian culture coming out of Hollywood, but The Last Conception has a lot going for it. Savarna Sikand (Nazanin Mandi), and her girlfriend (played by Callie Schuttera) have been dating for a couple of years but so far Savarana hasn't got around to introducing her partner to the family. Knowing how much her parents want her to produce offspring (and never mind the fact of her being the last in line of a great spiritual lineage), the young woman decides it's time to put them out of their misery.

While I don't usually review movies, this one being written by a writer pal of mine, I thought I'd better give it a look. Based on his book of the same title, Gabriel Constans has created a multi-cultural rom-com that, though at times feels more like a sit-com than a movie, is an enjoyable frolic. The film doesn't necessarily tie up all the loose ends but is nevertheless a heart-warming tale that takes in LGBTQ couples, modern lifestyles and romance, without getting cheesy or cliched. Directed by Gabriela Ledesma and starring the likes of Marshall Manesh (as Savarna's father) and Roberta Ranlen (hilarious as Callie's mother), the cast does a stirling job in this thought-provoking and entertaining film.

Plenty of secrets and surprises in this romp through suburban american culture with Indian heritage.

It is fun and laughs are present at the moments of awkward turning of circumstances. The Gay couple is not examined but celebrated and the sub culture of Indian Americans is treated without stereo typing and with much mirth. I felt like I had a window into an area where much understanding is sometimes absent and it allowed me to laugh and love with the characters. Family at its most vulnerable is the family spiritual and this movie takes that relationship up a notch. Great light hearted moments.

I loved this. Real. Fresh. The characters are sweet and it feels fun while the message is deep - thoughtful. Enlightenment isn't about bloodlines.

Really liked the family moments and the relationship between them. Clever, short and sweet! Watched with my wife and kids who also enjoyed it! Nice to see a family movie that features an LGBTQ couple.

The Agnes Films Production, 'The Last Conception' proved to be a surprise package. Producer/Director Gabriella Ledesma is clearly a slick operator, and she must have been as impressed by this lighthearted story, as we both were.

This is a thoroughly professional, believable and entertaining format, that deals with a modern day dilemma in the most entertaining of ways. We would like to think, that it will not only entertain, but also help modern day issues be seen less contentiously.

Full marks to all concerned, and a huge vote of confidence to the stories author Gabriel Constans.

Lesley Roach and Nick Charles MBE.