Period. End of Sentence.
Documentary • 2018 • 26 min
Starring
Arunachalam Muruganatham, Ajeya, Anita, Gouri Choudari, Shabana Khan
Directed By
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A powerful brief look at both the great good and difficulty that comes from empowering women amongst strong patriarchies. Change can happen.
it’s amazing to see how a different culture deals with periods and to see lot of empowering is beautiful.
Wonderful look into how something we take for granted here in the states can improve the lives of women in less fortunate areas of the world
Beautifully shot and edited, with a very interesting, compelling theme. Packs a lot in a very small amount of time but in a good way.
One of the most beautiful short documentary of all the time. A fight against patriarchy and ignorance.
Inspiring, thrilling, and important. This film works on every level.
An inspiring short documentary on a taboo subject; must watch
Shows how period products are a luxury item for many women when they shouldn't be
Didn’t know that it’s such a stigmatized subject in India.
Simple but effective documentary on how menstruation is perceived in India today
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