…and the unclaimed delves into the aftermath of Swapna and Shucheta’s deaths, as well as the social conditions that led to their choice. “The unclaimed” refers both to the fact that neither of their families came forward to claim their bodies, but also to the tenuous state of existence of queer and trans folks in India. Interviews with Swapna and Shucheta’s families and neighbours are interspersed with the stories of ordinary Indian queer and trans people, as well as activists and advocates, all of whom are dealing with their own experiences of the label “unclaimed”, while fiercely fighting for their rights to live and love.
…and the unclaimed delves into the aftermath of Swapna and Shucheta’s deaths, as well as the social conditions that led to their choice. “The unclaimed” refers both to the fact that neither of their families came forward to claim their bodies, but also to the tenuous state of existence of queer and trans folks in India. Interviews with Swapna and Shucheta’s families and neighbours are interspersed with the stories of ordinary Indian queer and trans people, as well as activists and advocates, all of whom are dealing with their own experiences of the label “unclaimed”, while fiercely fighting for their rights to live and love.
And the Unclaimed is a 2013 documentary movie from India directed by Debalina Majumder. It was released on May 25, 2013. The running time is 1 h 2 min, in Bengali.
And the Unclaimed: FAQ
When did And the Unclaimed come out?
And the Unclaimed was released on May 25, 2013.
Who directed And the Unclaimed?
And the Unclaimed was directed by Debalina Majumder.
How long is And the Unclaimed?
And the Unclaimed runs 1 h 2 min.
Where can I watch And the Unclaimed?
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Debalina Majumder
