Pearl of the Desert (2019)
Moti Khan, a musically gifted child from the lower caste Muslim Manganiyars of the Thar Desert, is forced to sing and play music for their ancestral patrons in order to survive, even though he finds it humiliating. Sattar, his father, wants Moti to study and make a career outside music. But Moti aspires to be a successful singer so that he is treated respectfully. He leaves his village behind and sets out on a journey to discover his music.
Director: Pushpendra Singh
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date: October 19, 2019
Screenplay
- Pushpendra Singh (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Ravi Kiran Ayyagari
Editing: Pushpendra Singh
Production: Seesaw Pictures
Country: South Korea, India
Original Language: hi
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Pearl of the Desert about?
- Moti Khan, a musically gifted child from the lower caste Muslim Manganiyars of the Thar Desert, is forced to sing and play music for their ancestral patrons in order to survive, even though he finds it humiliating. Sattar, his father, wants Moti to study and make a career outside music. But Moti aspires to be a successful singer so that he is treated respectfully. He leaves his village behind and sets out on a journey to discover his music.
- Who directed Pearl of the Desert?
- Pearl of the Desert was directed by Pushpendra Singh.
- How long is Pearl of the Desert?
- Pearl of the Desert has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- What genre is Pearl of the Desert?
- Pearl of the Desert is a Documentary film.
- Where was Pearl of the Desert produced?
- Pearl of the Desert was produced in South Korea, India.