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WORLD PREMIERE
USA-India/2006/78 min/Beta SP/Documentary
Director: Raghu Jeganathan
Narrator: Domenic Romano
Producer: Ramesh Mourthy
Screenwriters: Kousalya Jeganathan, Raghu Jeganathan
Cinematographer: Mohandass Radhakrishnan
Sound Editor: Patrick Sasso
Music: Steve Gorn
MEN OF BURDEN showcases touching stories of cycle-rickshaw
drivers in the South Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Having practiced
a lucrative profession during the years of French colonialism, rickshaw
pullers today battle poverty, homelessness and hunger, struggling to
survive the decline of their trade’s value.
Amidst the stories about struggle and survival, the men of burden find
happiness and humor in life's simple surprises. An ode to the toils
of these breadwinners, the film scores through its unexpected humorous
moments and heartfelt compassion.
Tamil (English subtitles)
Print Source:
Raghu Jeganathan
Accessible Horizon Films
133E Marina Drive
Edison , NJ 08817
USA
Ph: 516-456-9616
access@accessiblehorizonfilms.com
www.accessiblehorizonfilms.com
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