Children of the Pyre

2008 | 74 minutes | 5.7 ★ (3)

Children of the Pyre
  • Overview

    This documentary follows the life of Seven children who are working under extreme conditions at India's busiest cremation ground, Manikarnika in Banaras.

  • Release Date

    26 August 2008

  • DirectingRajesh S. Jala
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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