Zana Briski
Photographer and filmmaker of 'Born into Brothels'
A British photographer and filmmaker focused on documenting the lives of children in Kolkata's red-light district. The project led to the Academy Award-winning documentary 'Born into Brothels', which presented the experiences of these children and sought to raise awareness about their circumstances. The film garnered critical acclaim and highlighted issues of poverty and exploitation. Briski's work often intertwines photography and filmmaking to present social issues and the harsh realities faced by marginalized communities.
Created the documentary 'Born into Brothels'
Awarded an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature
Established the Kids with Cameras organization
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