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BBC Storyville 2010 2011 Sex, Death And The Gods XviD

The devadasi are Hindus who are married to god in childhood, and at puberty 
sold for sex. In this fascinating film by acclaimed director Beeban Kidron, we
go on an intimate journey into the twilight world of the devadasi and meet the
girls of Karnataka, southern India who are forced to live in this ancient 
tradition despite it having been declared illegal for more than 60 years.

The documentary investigates the surprising history of this little-understood
community, reveals their rich and privileged past as concubines to the princes
and priests of India's ruling class and explores their heritage as dancers and
entertainers.