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Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids (2004)

Directed by Zana Briski, Ross Kauffman

Documentary

Overview

Documentary depicting the lives of child prostitutes in the red light district of Songachi, Calcutta. Director Zana Briski went to photograph the prostitutes when she met and became friends with their children. Briski began giving photography lessons to the children and became aware that their photography might be a way for them to lead better lives.

Rated R | Length 85 minutes

Actors

Zana Briski | Avijit | Geeta Masi | Kochi | Mamuni

Viewing History (seen 1 time)

Date ViewedDeviceFormatSourceRating
02/26/2005Movie ScreenFilmTheater8 stars
 

Viewing Notes

Went up and over to Highland Park to hang out with Kevin and Erica and take in an Indian double feature at the Landmark Renaissance Theater. First was this documentary that was just tragic to watch. Also uplifting but just so very sad.

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