Dukhtar

Sunday 28th February 3:30 PM - Alhambra
Dukhtar
Director:Afia Nathaniel
Cert:TBC Year: 2014 Length:93mins
Country:Pakistan
In the mountains of Pakistan, a mother and her ten-year-old daughter flee their home on the eve of the girl's marriage to a tribal leader. A deadly hunt for them begins.

After a rousing reception at Toronto International Film Festival 2014 and in over 20 countries since then, the critically acclaimed Dukhtar comes to Keswick from Pakistan for its release.

Critics

“Dukhtar grabs you from the outset and never lets go ... a gorgeous, suspenseful cinematic achievement”

La Times

Score

76.32%
F-Rated

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