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Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids

Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids

Documentary
2004, Movie, 1h 25min
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.
Country: India,United States
Cast:
Zana Briski,
Kochi,
Avijit,
Geeta Masi
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Ross Kauffman
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Ross Kauffman
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Zana Briski
As Self "Zana Auntie"
Zana Briski
Director
Zana Briski
Writer
Kochi
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Avijit
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Geeta Masi
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Born into Brothels is a powerful and uplifting documentary that explores the lives of child prostitutes in Calcutta's red light district through their own photographs and stories. The film follows the journey of a group of unforgettable children who are taught photography by New York-based photographer Zana Briski, giving them a voice and a chance to escape their difficult circumstances. Through their photographs, the children depict their harsh reality, but also showcase their resilience, creativity, and hope for a better future. The film is a testament to the transformative power of art and the human spirit, offering a glimmer of light in the darkest of places.

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Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids was released in theaters on May 3, 2007.

 

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