Deep Dive: Rooting for Roona (2020)
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Rooting for Roona is a 2020 Indian documentary short film directed by Pavitra Challam and Akshay Shankar. The film tells the story of Roona Begum, a girl born with hydrocephalus, and examines the impact of her condition on her family. It captures the emotional and physical stress experienced by her parents as they navigate the complexities of raising a child with this rare condition.
The documentary was produced by Curley Street and released on Netflix on October 15, 2020. With a runtime of 42 minutes, it presents a sensitive portrayal of Roona's life and the challenges faced by her young married parents, providing insight into their daily struggles and the wider effects of her medical condition.
Why Watch
- •See Roona's unique story of living with hydrocephalus.
- •Meet her parents and understand their emotional journey.
- •Follow the film's sensitive portrayal of medical challenges.
Did You Know
•Roona Begum was born with hydrocephalus, a rare medical condition.
•The film received 3.5 stars out of 5 from Udita Jhunjhunwala at Firstpost.
•Rooting for Roona won the Audience Award for Best Short Film at the South Asian Film Festival of Orlando.
•The documentary was released on Netflix on October 15, 2020.
Perfect For
Medical documentariesFamily dynamicsIndian cinema