DIGITALKARMA
a documentary by Mark Olexa and Francesca Scalisi (2019, 78 min)

In a remote village nestled in the foggy hills of northern Bangladesh, Rupa fights against a predetermined destiny. With only a bike, a camera and her knowledge, she defies traditions and tries to make a place for herself in her community. When a twist of fate hits her family, Rupa’s freedom is threatened. Will she be able to maintain the fragile balance between the expectations of her loved ones and her own dreams.

The film has been screened in February and March 2020 in different villages in Sylhet, Bangladesh, where the film shooting took place.
The screenings were followed by a discussion with Rupa, the protagonist of the film. More information is available in the presskit.