Dukhtar has released a one minute teaser online, giving an exciting glimpse into the project. Dukhtar will soon be released across Pakistan.
The film, directed by Afia Nathaniel, received a development grant from the WorldView New Genre Fund.
Dukhtar (Daughter) is a drama/thriller set in Pakistan. A mother kidnaps her ten-year-old daughter to save her from the fate of a child bride. Their daring escape triggers a relentless hunt. As their pursuers close in on them, mother and daughter meet a cynical truck driver who offers an unlikely hope. Their destinies entwined, the trio embark on an epic journey through the stunning landscape of Pakistan where the quest for love and freedom comes with a price.
To find out more about the film, go to the Dukhtar website
You can see the one minute teaser below, or by clicking the link.