Even When I Fall is a 2017 British-Nepalese documentary film directed by Sky Neal and Kate McLarnon. The film is produced by Elhum Shakerifar under the banner of Postcode Films, and Satya Films. The documentary follows Saraswoti, and Sheetal who are human trafficking survivors; once were slaves at circuses of India.[1][2]
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 DVD cover of Even When I Fall | |
| Directed by | Sky Neal Kate McLarnon |
| Produced by | Elhum Shakerifar |
Production companies | Postcode Films Satya Films |
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Running time | 93 Minute |
| Countries | Nepal United Kingdom |
| Language | Nepali |
Synopsis
editSaraswoti and Sheetal met in Kathmandu. They are survivors of child trafficking in India's circuses. Both of them have been rescued and brought to Nepal; however, they return to a land they can barely remember. The documentary traces these two women over six years, as they reclaim their skills.
Reception
editCritical response
editOn review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 100% based on 9 reviews. The film received praise from audience and critics including The Guardian, The Irish Times, and Screen International.[3][4]
Accolades
edit| Year | Award | Category | Result | Refs. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | British Independent Film Awards | Discovery Award | Nominated | [5] |
| 2018 | One World Media Awards | Best Feature Documentary | Nominated | [6] |
References
edit- ^ Bradshaw, Peter (13 April 2018). "Even When I Fall review – ex-circus slaves turn the tables on traffickers". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 25 March 2019.
- ^ Hunter, Allan (12 June 2017). "'Even When I Fall': Sheffield Review". Screen. Retrieved 25 March 2019.
- ^ Even When I Fall (2017), retrieved 25 March 2019
- ^ Bradshaw, Peter (13 April 2018). "Even When I Fall review – ex-circus slaves turn the tables on traffickers". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 25 March 2019.
- ^ "Winners Nominations · BIFA · British Independent Film Awards". BIFA · British Independent Film Awards. 25 October 2017. Retrieved 25 March 2019.
- ^ "2018 Winners". One World Media. Retrieved 25 March 2019.