Caste criminelle

The documentary runs for 95 minutes and focuses on the story of Hira Bai and Serjian, the grandparents of the family at its center. Their experiences are set against the backdrop of the British colonial narrative, which labeled certain groups as 'born criminals' and confined them to camps.

Zauberman's work is significant, not only for its content but also for being directed by a woman, which adds another layer to its importance in the documentary genre. The film dives deep into the realities faced by these tribes and highlights their resilience in the face of colonial oppression.