CSAS Film Series | Swimming Through the Darkness
This documentary is part of Traveling Film South Asia 2019
Born in poverty and visually challenged, Kanai Chakraborty chooses the life of a swimmer. However, his success in the sport doesn’t ensure a steady income. Even at the age of 40, he has to continue swimming to make ends meet. He participates in the world’s longest swimming competition, traversing 81 km on the Ganges. His success brings in temporary glory, but his uncanny knack for chasing uncertainty remains constant.
Supriyo Sen’s filmography includes the documentaries Wait Until Death, Way Back Home, Hope Dies Last in War and Wagah. He has won 36 international awards for his films across the spectrum of international festivals. He has also won three National Awards including the President’s Gold Medal for the Best Documentary for Hope Dies Last in War.
Supriyo Sen’s filmography includes the documentaries Wait Until Death, Way Back Home, Hope Dies Last in War and Wagah. He has won 36 international awards for his films across the spectrum of international festivals. He has also won three National Awards including the President’s Gold Medal for the Best Documentary for Hope Dies Last in War.
| Building: | Weiser Hall |
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| Event Type: | Film Screening |
| Tags: | Asia, Film, India |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from Center for South Asian Studies, International Institute, Asian Languages and Cultures |
