Because We Are Girls
A conservative Indo-Canadian family in small-town British Columbia must come to terms with a devastating secret: three sisters were sexually abused by an older relative beginning in their childhood years. After remaining silent for nearly two and a half decades, the sisters finally decide to come forward—not only to protect other young relatives, but to set an example for their daughters as well.
Awards and distinctions
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Grand Jury Winner: Best Documentary FeatureSeattle Asian American Film Festival, Seattle2022
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Honourable Mention for Best Canadian DocumentaryVancouver Film Critics Association Awards, Vancouver2020
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Best Director for Canadian Feature AwardAsian Film Festival, Vancouver2019
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Best Cinematography for Canadian Feature Award – Grant BaldwinAsian Film Festival, Vancouver2019
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Best Canadian Feature AwardAsian Film Festival, Vancouver2019
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Audience Choice AwardReel World Film Festival, Toronto2019
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Volunteer Choice AwardDoxa - Documentary Film and Video Festival, Vancouver2019