A biopic about Mithali Raj, the former Test and ODI captain of the Indian women's cricket team. It follows her journey in the world of women's cricket, highlighting her struggles and rise to success. The film showcases her friendship with Noorie and her fight against gender stereotypes in the sport. Mithali faces hostility within the team but with the help of her coach, she learns to fight back. She becomes a prominent player, leading the team to victory in several matches. However, she faces obstacles like lack of support from the Women's Cricket Board and unequal treatment compared to the men's team. Mithali takes a stand, advocating for better opportunities for women's cricket. The film ends with her rejoining the team and leading India to the final of the 2017 Women's Cricket World Cup.
Kanaa is a heartwarming story about a young woman named Kausalya who is passionate about cricket and aspires to become a professional player. Despite facing challenges and societal norms, she works hard to prove herself and make her dreams come true.
A teenage girl from a remote village in Andhra Pradesh makes her way to the Indian cricket team, but her path is not devoid of obstacles.
Jhulan Goswami gradually moves up the ladder despite misogynistic politics to fulfill her dream of playing cricket for India. Her goal: the India women's ICC World Cup final against mighty England at the Lord's on 23 July 2017.
Alvin Purple, a man who can't hold down a job because of his voracious sexual appetite, impersonates a dead American Gangster.
Purdah is a documentary film that delves into the challenges faced by women in a conservative Islamic society, with a specific focus on their involvement in cricket. The film sheds light on how these women navigate their way through societal and cultural barriers to pursue their passion for the sport. It also highlights the broader issues of gender inequality and women's rights in this context. Through the personal stories of the female cricketers and their battles on and off the field, Purdah offers an intimate and powerful portrayal of the resilience and determination of these remarkable women.
This BBC Three film follows the first all Asian girls’ cricket team over the summer holidays as they train for their last ever tournament together. The team started at school four years ago when their only experience of cricket was their dads and brothers watching it on the TV. In spite of this, they took to it like naturals and began winning almost all of the tournaments they entered. Last year they lost out on becoming National champions at Lords by only one run.
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