Sex, Death and the Gods (2011)

An intimate journey into the twilight world of the devadasi, Hindus who are married to god in childhood and at puberty sold for sex. The girls of Karnataka, southern India who are forced to live in this ancient tradition despite it having been declared illegal for more than 60 years.

Director: Beeban Kidron
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 75 min
Release Date:
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

india, devadasi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sex, Death and the Gods about?
An intimate journey into the twilight world of the devadasi, Hindus who are married to god in childhood and at puberty sold for sex. The girls of Karnataka, southern India who are forced to live in this ancient tradition despite it having been declared illegal for more than 60 years.
Who directed Sex, Death and the Gods?
Sex, Death and the Gods was directed by Beeban Kidron.
How long is Sex, Death and the Gods?
Sex, Death and the Gods has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
What genre is Sex, Death and the Gods?
Sex, Death and the Gods is a Documentary film.
Where was Sex, Death and the Gods produced?
Sex, Death and the Gods was produced in United Kingdom.