Geometry: The Movie

Imran, Amani! Breakfast is ready.

It’s for you, it’s for you.

Thank you.

Bismillah!

Amma sent a message.

Oh, what did she say?

She has sent us a parcel with desi clothing for us for the Eid! It’s addressed to your business.

She never forgets, huh!

Yes, you are lucky, you have such a loving in-laws.

I can’t deny that, Nadia.

Unfortunately, I can’t say the same.

Hey, hey, hey, don’t go in there. Please don’t start saas bahu ki kahaniya.

How’s her health?

She’s doing ok. Since losing dad last year, she is no longer the lively woman she used to be.

Maa, is Nanu sick?

She is alright, Beta.

Why don’t you go and see her? Take Amani with you.

I have been thinking about it but I’m not sure how we’ll manage everything.

Manage everything?

Yes, you know that I don’t have enough leave saved. And if I have to take leave now, it's gonna be unpaid.

At this stage, when the income from your new business is not consistent, we can’t really afford that.

We will manage.

Also, I feel I have a good chance of getting a promotion. I have been working really hard for it.

I’m sure they can’t say no if you have to take leave to see your mum overseas.

Maa, remember we have our math quiz this Friday and I am really struggling with geometry.

I will help you tonight, I promise.

Are you dropping Amani at school today?

Yes, who else? You rarely have time to drop her to school these days.

Maa, can I ask you something?

Sure, honey. What’s up?

Can you pick me right up after school today?

Is there any problem at school, honey?

No, I just don’t like going to afters every day.

Why do I have to go to afters every day, Mamma? My friends don’t.

It’s just till you get to high school, Beta.

You know mum and dad been working really hard so you can go to private school

and then even to a good university, don’t you?

Ok, I'll speak to Dad, if he can pick you up at three, and then you can go to his office. Is that Ok?

Ohh, jee!

Good Morning, Dave!

Hello Nadia, come on in!

You want to discuss about my application?

Yes, yes the good news is, I am happy to offer the position to you.

Can I have a day to think?

Think! When I am offering the position to you?

You know there are three other applicants from within the firm?

Is everything ok?

It’s about my daughter, Amani.

I was having a conversation with her on the way to school today.

And, I realise that she’s seeking more attention from her parents.

Imran is working and busy in his new business.

Now with the senior role, it’s gonna bring more responsibilities for me.

I just need a little time to think.

Hmmm, I get where you are coming from.

Have a think and let me know tomorrow. And, Nadia, you know I’m big on work-life balance.

So, I will be supportive of your decision, whether you take the new role or continue on your current one.

Always be other opportunities in the future.

Thank you, Dave.

You're welcome.

Is it something urgent, Nadia?

Yes, we can talk in the evening if you are busy.

Just another thing, I wanted to ask you if you can pick up Amani at three, she doesn’t want to go to afters today.

I’m sorry Nadia, I have to go to the bank.

They haven’t approved the Letter of Credit facility I applied for.

It’s for the import of building materials for Chang Constructions.

I’m betting big on this contract.

Ok, no worries. I’ll see if I can leave work early today.

Let me know how you go with the bank.

Alright, love you, bye.

Hey…

So, how's your work going?

Good, no actually no, people just don’t take social media, ahh, people don’t take us seriously.

My client stood me up for our appointment this morning.

Really?

Yeah…

That’s annoying.

Oh, so annoying…

That’s annoying…

Hmmm…

How’s Sally?

Not with that b**ch anymore.

No? What happened?

Nothing, she was just bit too controlling. Like, acted more like a mum than a girlfriend, I guess.

Anyway, enough about me.

Latte.

Thank you.

What did you want to talk to me about?

My boss Dave called me in today and offered me the Senior Manager role.

Oh my God, that’s fantastic! You have been waiting this for what, two years ? Congratulations!

Wait, wait. I haven’t accepted the offer yet. I have asked for a day to think it through.

Ohh come-on, what to think through, gal?

I know, they are not paying you as much as man, I know, that’s so classic.

No, no, no, not the salary and conditions.

I’m just confused and torn with something else.

You see, this promotion is like dream come true.

On the top, the extra income will really help when we only have one income at present.

However, I’m just feeling guilty that I’m not giving enough time to Amani.

Like today, on the way to school she said why she has to go to afters every day, her friends don’t.

Nadia, I’m sure you’re a fantastic mum!

Amani will understand when she grows up.

Plus, Hey, she would never want to have you, have you make such a big sacrifice for her.

Listen, Imran is living his dream, he is having his own business. Your career is as valuable.

Honestly, if I were you, I would jump on the opportunity.

And, hey, give it a try, it will find it’s way.

I have to head back.

Thanks for your time, Chloe.

No worries.

I will call you tomorrow.

See you later.

I can’t believe that we can’t get this loan today.

Probably, that asshole doesn’t like my skin colour.

Come-on, Imran. It’s not like that.

No, you don’t understand.

What the hell! Are you trying to kill us or what?

I get that this is a tough time for the business. But this is not how you deal with it.

I'm sure things will work out.

Just know that Amani and I are always here for you.

Yeah,

I'm trying my best.

How was your day?

You called me in the morning to say something.

Dave offered me the promotion today.

Wow, that’s great!

However, I don’t think it’s a good idea to take this senior role at this time.

I’m afraid Amani is not getting quality time from us.

Who are we doing all these for? It’s for Amani, right?

Imran, is this really doing all for Amani?

Or, it’s an excuse that we make to justify the rat race we have entered into?

Are these important to Amani?

Come on, Nadia, I had a full-on day, not in the mode for a philosophical discussion.

Excuse me!

Now a days it’s impossible to talk to you.

Even simple discussions come across to you as either an argument or a philosophical discussion.

Hi, Nadia.

Oh, hi, Good Morning, Dave.

You got a minute?

Sure.

Hi, Jess.

Can I?

Yeah.

I wanted to apologise for panicking in the car yesterday. I feel so bad now.

That’s ok, that’s ok. Probably I was acting like a sook after meeting the bank manager.

Actually, my friend Mark, he works for NeoBank as Business Accounts Manager

I could talk to him about the LC facility, if you like.

Uh! I would really appreciate that.

So, you you decided not to accept the promotion?

Wow, that’s a big sacrifice!

Ummmm…

Did you discuss it with Imran?

Yes.

So, what did he say?

Not much.

What do mean, not much?

Chloe, I don’t know if it’s just us or this happens to all the couples over time.

But these days we keep more to ourselves than what we talk about.

You know, at the beginning things were so different,

we could talk for hours and still had things to talk about.

Then aspirations of better jobs, more money, bigger house… hmmm… life just got suddenly so busy.

I feel, the more we achieved in life,

the far apart we became in our minds.

Hey, that’s ok, whatever choice you make it’s a good one.

I hope so. Amani needs me,

I have to be there for her.

I really appreciate your time Mr. Chang. By the way, she is my Office Assistant, Jess.

Thank you so much for the opportunity.

I assure you the quality of products and on time delivery.

And, people in the business community look upto you as an example.

It’s a pleasure, Mr. Khan. I see myself in you, focused and driven.

But you know what, don’t lose that focus though.

Thank you so much.

Jess, you look stunning today.

Stop it, you.

Trust me, you can ask Mr. Chang.

Hi, can you pick up Amani from her dance class?

I would love to pick up, Nadia, but I’m on my way to meet the lawyer.

He has been nice enough to have some time for me.

Oh, Alright, sure don't worry, I'll take care of that.

Love you. And, Imran… I’m so proud of you!

Ok, love you.

Bro, let’s go and talk.

Bro, she's out of your league.

My league? Look at this food baby of yours.

Hey, come-on man, what’s this?

Hey!

Congrats, congrats signing the contract with Chang Builders. Good start!

Thank you! Are you guys enjoying yourselves?

Yeah, very much.

Who's that girl, man? She's your office executive, right?

How do you concentrate on work when you have such a stunning employee around you all day, man?

Huh, huh, that’s right.

And, how about the other one in red?

Hey, calm down guys. Chloe is the best friend of Nadia.

Hmmm, that’s good.

Just in case if you are interested,

Jess is already in a relationship and Chloe is lesbian.

Huh, huh, oh God!

I like it.

Beautiful colour.

Hi.

What a necklace!