Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids

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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Release Date

December 8, 2004

Status

Released

Original Title

Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids

Runtime

1h 25min

Budget

$350,000

Revenue

$3,529,201

Language

Bengali, English