Pink Saris

Director: Kim Longinotto
Cast: Renu Devi, Niranjan Pal, Sampat Pal Devi, Rekha Paswan, Shiv Devi Patel, Rampataree Yadav
Theatrical Release Date:
Festivals: Thessaloniki Documentary Film Festival
Criticwire: B+

Synopsis: Acclaimed director Kim Longinotto is often drawn to tough women. Now she follows Sampat Pal Devi, the leader of the “Pink Gang,” who brings her own brand of justice to the streets of Uttar Pradesh, India, combating violence against women. [Synopsis courtesy of TIFF]

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