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Feature film — 2004

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

6.81h 25mDocumentary

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.

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A high-signal pick with 258 votes.

Red Light Films / Creative Visions Productions / Sundance Institute / HBO Documentary Films

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Director: Zana Briski

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Zana Briski

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Avijit

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Geeta Masi

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Kochi

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Mamuni

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