Wild Swans(2023)
A woman scholar goes to a rural community to do research; a widow struggles to survive without her husband; a mother tries to protect her spirited teenage daughter. Set in a small village on the India/Bhutan border, this Boro-language film tells the story of a group of women who live alongside each other, who know each other’s business, who are sometimes in conflict and sometimes get along, but who always support each other when one of them is threatened. Wild Swans records the rhythms, intimacies, and routines of village life, and beautifully captures the lush Assam landscape. This is a story of a community of women who have learned to survive and thrive on their own, within the confines of traditional roles and overarching patriarchy. Written and directed by Rajni Basumatary, Wild Swans is warm and touching, featuring a glimpse into a culture rarely seen in cinema.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 18 October 2023
- Director
- Rajni Basumatary
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Storyline
A researcher arrives in a remote village to study the community. There, the lives of several women—a widow, a protective mother, and others—intertwine. They navigate daily conflicts and deep bonds, always uniting to support one another when faced with outside threats.
“Women's lives intertwine in a remote village.”
Film Details
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Trivia
- The film is in the Boro language, a lesser-known language spoken in Assam and parts of Bhutan.
- Director Rajni Basumatary also wrote the film and is a noted actress in Assamese cinema.
- It was shot on location in a real village near the India-Bhutan border to capture authentic landscapes.
- The film's title is a metaphor, comparing the women's resilience and community to migrating wild swans.
- It is one of the few Indian films to center entirely on the lives and perspectives of Boro women.
- The production faced challenges filming in remote areas with limited infrastructure.
- The cast includes many first-time actors from local communities to ensure realism.