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.
Media Partner
Community Partner
Helina Daimary, Sangeena Brahma, Mithinga Narzary, Anjali Daimari
India
2023
Panorama
In Bodo with English subtitles
Book Tickets
Indigenous & Community Access
Credits
Executive Producer
Bhoda Kherkatary
Producer
Jani Viswanath, Rajni Basumatary
Screenwriter
Rajni Basumatary
Cinematography
Chida Bora
Editor
Tinni Mitra
Original Music
Avinash Baghel
Director
Rajni Basumatary
Rajni is an independent filmmaker hailing from Assam, India. She debuted as a director in 2014 with Raag, The Rhythm of Love, and followed it with Jwlwi – The Seed in 2019. She has acted in a few highly successful films, including Mary Kom, Shaukeens, III Smoking Barrels, Jwlwi – The Seed and Netflix series Rana Naidu.
Filmography: Raag the Rhythm of Love (2014); Jwlwi – The Seed (2019)