Documentary backdrop image for My Own City (2011)

Documentary backdrop image for My Own City (2011)

201167 minPGdocumentary

My Own City

201167 minPGdocumentary

In the bustling streets of Delhi, a female driver navigates her daily routine while confronting the challenges of gender dynamics in urban life.

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In the bustling streets of Delhi, a female driver navigates her daily routine while confronting the challenges of gender dynamics in urban life.

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Sameera Jaindirector

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In the bustling streets of Delhi, a female driver navigates her daily routine while facing the male gaze. Director Sameera Jain captures her experience through a series of images that reflect the challenges women encounter in the city. The film, released in 2011 and lasting 67 minutes, presents a unique perspective on urban life, focusing on gender dynamics in a metropolitan environment.

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