Bo Kata
Synopsis
Filmed entirely in Lahore, Pakistan, over three continuous days, Bo Kata is a rare cinematic documentary treat, depicting uniquely the rooftop kite flyers of Lahore, who have been a traditional part of Pakistan's culture and heritage that has lasted for over 400 years. Their sport is now under threat from a complete ban, after a series of tragic fatalities involving children and motorcyclists, resulting in decapitations and dismemberment from illegal chemically coated strings used to fly the kites.
The documentary highlights a population that is associated with the mysterious art of kite dueling amidst the political backdrop of an impending ban.
Details
- Year
- 2007
- Type of film
- Shorts
- Running time
- 26 mins 12 secs
- Format
- Digital 8
- Director
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Shehzad Afzal
- Producer
- Shehzad Afzal
- Editor
- Shehzad Afzal
- Screenwriter
- Shehzad Afzal
- Director of Photography
- Shehzad Afzal
- Sound
- Shehzad Afzal
- Composer
- John Walden
Genre
Categories
Production Status
Production Company
Sales Company
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