Childhood is supposed to be a time when one is free from the tension and evil of the world. They are free spirited who are supposed to become people of value in future. But, not everyone has this luxury. Those children end up working out of over-ambition of poverty. A little to nothing can be done in the latter condition but over ambition is indeed an evil that ends up destroying the childhood of those children.
Well, a documentary talking about this side of children is now streaming on Prime Video. We are talking about the six-part documentary series on Prime Video called “First Act”. Child artists may look cute but their tale is deeply disturbing.
This series streaming on Prime Video in India and worldwide, follows the journeys of six key child artistes, offering a glimpse into their personal and professional lives.
Directed, produced, and written by award-winning filmmaker Deepa Bhatia, with creative producer Amole Gupte, “First Act” presents an unfiltered perspective on the subject. The trailer provides insights from seasoned actors like Sarika, Jugal Hansraj, and older child actors Darsheel Safary and Parzaan Dastur. Filmmakers Shoojit Sircar and Amole Gupte, along with casting directors Mukesh Chhabra, Honey Trehan, and Tess Joseph, share their perspectives.
As the series unfolds, it sheds light on the challenges faced by child artists and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing their well-being for a safe and balanced childhood.
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