Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids

2004

  • Documentary

6.8

239

December 8, 2004

1h 25m

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Synopsis

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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Original Title

Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids

Spoken Languages

English, Bengali

Production Countries

United States of America, India

Budget

$350,000

Revenue

$3,529,201

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