Review of Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids (2004) by Jennifer M — 01 Sep 2012

I think this is a wonderful movie looking through the eyes of children.

This review of Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids (2004) was written by Jennifer M on 01 Sep 2012.

Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids has generally received very positive reviews.

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