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

> A photographer teaches children in Calcutta’s red-light district to turn cameras toward their own lives, revealing creativity and hope amid poverty and exploitation.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/928

## Facts

- Runtime: 85 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Zana Briski, Ross Kauffman
- Cast: Zana Briski, Avijit, Geeta Masi, Kochi, Mamuni
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0388789/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: harrowing, intimate, hopeful, social justice viewing, documentary night

## Synopsis

A powerful exploration of resilience and creativity amidst despair, showcasing the lives of children in a harsh environment.

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