Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids poster

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

TV-MADocumentary
69%
User
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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.

    Facts

    Status

    Released

    Original Language

    English

    Budget

    350000.00

    Revenue

    3529201.00

    Keywords

    • prostitute
    • human trafficking
    • red-light district
    • young prostitute
    • biting
    • calcutta
    • illegal prostitution
    • woman director
    • child prostitution
    • apathetic
    • callous
    • cruel
    • hopeful