Khabar Lahariya, India's only newspaper run by Dalit women, reports on critical issues using smartphones after 14 years of print journalism.
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Khabar Lahariya, India's only newspaper run by Dalit women, reports on critical issues using smartphones after 14 years of print journalism.
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Synopsis
Meera, the Chief Reporter of Khabar Lahariya, leads a team of journalists in India’s only newspaper run by Dalit women. Over five years, they transition from print to digital journalism using smartphones. The film follows their reporting on issues like caste discrimination and gender violence in rural areas. These journalists face significant challenges as they break societal norms and redefine power dynamics. Their work informs local communities and advocates for justice and representation in a polarized society.
What Critics Say
A powerful piece of work and an urgent reminder of journalism's importance. Co-directors Ghosh and Thomas follow four Khabar Lahariya reporters in their journey as women journalists to deliver impactful stories while navigating India's corrupt political system, its misogyny, and the nation's stringent caste system.
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Why Watch
- Meet the Dalit women journalists of Khabar Lahariya
- Follow Meera and Suneeta as they report from dangerous regions
- See the first Indian documentary nominated for an Oscar
Did You Know
- Writing with Fire is the first Indian feature documentary nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
- The film won two awards at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival: the Audience Award and a Special Jury Award.
- In 2023, it won a Peabody Award, making Rintu Thomas and Sushmit Ghosh the first Indian filmmakers to receive this honor.
- The film has a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes based on 51 critic reviews.
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What is the significance of Writing with Fire in terms of awards?
Writing with Fire is the first Indian feature documentary to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature and won a Peabody Award for Best Documentary Film in 2023.
Who directed the documentary Writing with Fire?
Writing with Fire was directed by Sushmit Ghosh and Rintu Thomas.
What is Khabar Lahariya?
Khabar Lahariya is the only news agency in India run by Dalit women, focusing on reporting from difficult regions of the country.
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