delves into the harrowing incident of the Jharkhand gangrape case. Directed by Nisha Pahuja based mostly in Toronto, it highlights the disturbing occasions surrounding the gangrape of a 13-year-old woman in Jharkhand.The documentary brings consideration to the heinous crime and explores the challenges confronted by her dad and mom of their uphill battle for justice within the aftermath.
The official synopsis reads, ‘To Kill a Tiger charts the emotional journey of an abnormal man going through extraordinary circumstances. A father whose love for his daughter forces a social reckoning that can reverberate for years to come back.’
The documentary is receiving reward for its daring strategy in addressing a difficult subject material, all whereas holding a robust deal with advocacy and elevating consciousness.
The movie even obtained a theatrical launch in North America final 12 months, a uncommon accomplishment for documentaries. It has been supported by a star forged of government producers, together with British Indian actor Dev Patel, Indian-American actress Mindy Kaling, and Indo-Canadian poet Rupi Kaur.
Commenting on the movie, a TIFF jury assertion on the choice mentioned, “It isn’t simple to movie love. In Nisha Pahuja’s To Kill A Tiger, a father defends his daughter, and collectively they alter a village, a rustic and, possibly, the world.”
Pahuja, in her director’s assertion, mentioned, “The movie was a document of a really painful time of their lives — nevertheless it additionally captured the immense love and energy of an distinctive household who had nothing to be ashamed of and nothing to cover.”
The 96th Oscars will likely be held on March 10. It award present will likely be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel on the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
