“8 Short Films about Heathrow” offers a moving glimpse into the lives of young South Asian teens whose futures are shaped by their connection to Heathrow Airport. Through poetic storytelling, it revisits the 2005 Gate Gourmet strike, where 800 Punjabi women bravely protested their unjust dismissal, shutting down the airport in a powerful fight for dignity and justice. This film not only captures their inspiring courage but also shows how their actions forever impacted a new generation. It’s a compelling story of resilience, community, and the strength to challenge the status quo.