Devi

(Devi)

Once at the forefront of the fight for equality and justice, her voice has now become inconvenient for the regime. Nepali politician Devi Khadku is one of thousands of women who were subjected to violence during the country’s civil war.

Nearly 20 years have passed since the civil war in Nepal, yet the echoes of that conflict endure. During the war, Devi was imprisoned and repeatedly raped. She has sought to confront her trauma through active engagement in the struggle for justice, eventually becoming a member of parliament and a government minister. Today, she seeks out women with similar experiences and gathers the courage to continue the fight and hold perpetrators accountable. Many of these abusers, however, now occupy positions of power, making justice for overlooked survivors of sexual violence increasingly difficult. Can Devi find the inner strength to inspire other women to speak out together?

Everyday Courage

Asia Justice Women's rights

Basic information about the film

Title	Devi
Original Language	Nepali
Subtitles	Czech, English
Premiéra	Czech premiere
Film type	Full-length documentary
Year of Production	2024
Country of Origin	Nepal, South Korea, UK
Length	82 min.
Director	Subina Shrestha
Sales	Mediadante Rosie Garthwaite rosie@mediadante.com AFF Distribution Sebastian Nadilo affdistribution@gmail.com

Guests attending the post-screening debate

Eva Mrázková

moderator

Subina Shrestha

director online

All screenings

14. 03. 18:00

Prague Municipal Library – Large Hall
Mariánské nám. 1, Praha 1

Discussion
Eva Mrázková, moderator
Subina Shrestha, director online

Tickets Detail

16. 03. 18:30

Světozor Cinema – Small Hall
Vodičkova 791/41, Praha 1

Tickets Detail

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