Grassroots Women from Mumbai Create Film Showcasing Their Lives
M-Ward grassroots workers make a film on their lives
Hindustan Times
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A group of ten grassroots women from M-East ward in Mumbai, India, co-directed a film documenting their lives, emphasizing dignity and resilience. The film, born from their involvement in CORO India's Right to Pee Campaign, will premiere on April 28, 2024, at Regal cinema in South Mumbai.
- 01The film is co-directed by ten women from Mumbai's M-East ward, showcasing their everyday lives.
- 02It emphasizes dignity and resilience, challenging negative stereotypes about the area.
- 03The project was initiated through CORO India's Right to Pee Campaign, aiming to document 15 years of their work.
- 04Filmmaking training was provided by Shilpi Gulati, a national award-winning filmmaker.
- 05The film will premiere on April 28, 2024, at Regal cinema house in South Mumbai.
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In a groundbreaking initiative, ten grassroots women from M-East ward in Mumbai, India, have co-directed a film that documents their lives and challenges societal stereotypes. The film, which will premiere on April 28, 2024, at Regal cinema in South Mumbai, emerged from their participation in CORO India's Right to Pee Campaign, aiming to showcase 15 years of their advocacy work. Co-directed by Shilpi Gulati, a national award-winning filmmaker, the project involved extensive training in filmmaking for the women, who balanced their learning with work and family responsibilities. The narrative focuses on dignity and resilience, countering the prevalent negative perceptions of M-East ward. The film's title, translating to 'Cool Ladies Club,' reflects the women's desire to be seen positively despite their challenges. The collaborative effort involved extensive shooting and post-production work, resulting in a rich visual narrative that captures their everyday experiences.
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The film aims to change perceptions of M-East ward, highlighting the positive contributions of grassroots workers in improving community sanitation and living conditions.
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