Review of Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids (2004) by Ben K — 10 Aug 2007

An amazing movie which will break your heart.

This review of Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids (2004) was written by Ben K on 10 Aug 2007.

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

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