10 Inspirational Documentaries on India You Can't Miss

Gulabi Gang: The ‘gang’ started by Sampat Pal stands as an inspiration to many. Directed by Nishita Jain the film explores the daily lives of the fiery women of the Gulabi Gang. Gulabi Gang is the response to the widespread domestic violence against women.

Sampat Pal’s movement grows from an individual crusade to one comprising of large number of women. The film refuses to speak the language of feminism as it shows the patriarchal society wherein even the female psyche is filled with patriarchy.

Dams- The Lethal  Water Bombs: A thought provoking documentary that won the prestigious Los Angeles Movie Award (LAMA) is based on the 106 year old Mullaperiyar Dam in Kerala. The film sends a strong message to those who turned a blind eye towards the reality of a possible disaster. The 116 year old dam is the cause of conflict between Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Concerns over dam safety were first raised by Kerala government citing the possible damage that could destroy the protected area in and around Thekkady, where the dam is situated. The film shows the illogical moves taken by the governments that can cause some irreversible damages.

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