Viewed in
2007
Premise
A documentary about a photographer's attempt to help Indian prostitutes' children (ignored by their society) through photography.
Who should watch
Depends, if you're a half-empty or half-full person.
Thoughts
This was an emotional roller coaster. Given the subject, I was afraid of being depressed throughout the entire film. But like all great films, they can inspire. The film swings back and forth from the absolute joy of watching a child's mind and imagination at work to the devastating harshness of their reality and situation. There was a nerve-wracking moment when the photographer tries to get these kids into school, but they have to take an HIV test before they're admitted.
As a person, it was maddening and see there are parts of this world that caste children simply because of where they were born. One cannot help sorry for them, and admire them. They have seen more pain in their childhood and as the females get older, they inch closer to force prostitution. Yet, under all that, they still maintain their innocence and smiles. But for how long?
What I would change
Nothing.
