A tidal surge swept away the coasts of Bangladesh, forcing Rakhi and Soumen to reclaim their land and rebuild their lives in Sutarkhali village.
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A tidal surge swept away the coasts of Bangladesh, forcing Rakhi and Soumen to reclaim their land and rebuild their lives in Sutarkhali village.
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Synopsis
Rakhi stands in Sutarkhali, a coastal village in Bangladesh, as she and her husband Soumen work to restore their land after a tidal surge devastated their crops. Their six-year-old son, Rahul, plays nearby. For generations, their family and about 100 others depended on agriculture for survival. The film follows their efforts to reclaim their livelihoods amid changing seasons and a transformed environment. It captures the daily struggles and determination of families affected by climate change in the Sundarbans.
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Why Watch
- See the unique blend of fiction and documentary in Bangladesh.
- Meet local villagers and hear their stories firsthand.
- Follow Kamar's unplanned travels along Bangladesh's coast.
Did You Know
- The film was invited to over 40 international festivals.
- It won the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Feature (Non-fiction) in 2015.
- Kamar Ahmad Simon spent 20 months filming in the Sundarbans.
- The film was released in Bangladesh on February 21, 2014, and ran for four weeks.
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What year was 'Are You Listening!' released in theaters in Bangladesh?
It was released in theaters in Bangladesh on 21 February 2014.
How many international festivals has 'Are You Listening!' been invited to?
'Are You Listening!' has been invited to more than 40 international festivals.
Who directed 'Are You Listening!'?
The film was written and directed by Kamar Ahmad Simon.
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