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Phoolan
“Known as the Bandit Queen of India, who became a social justice warrior and a female Robin Hood. Born a poor village girl, the illiterate low-caste Phoolan became a rebel bandit and ultimately the leader of an all-male gang.”
10.0 / 10•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Phoolan is a documentary film about the extraordinary life of a village girl, gang-rape survivor, bandit leader, and finally parliamentarian. This is the story of one woman’s fight against incredible odds for justice and dignity. Known as India’s Bandit Queen, Phoolan Devi is considered by many to be one of the most extraordinary and controversial women of our time.
What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Hossein Martin Fazeli's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
5.0
“Every frame feels alive. Phoolan is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
