Because We Are Girls

Three sisters share their unflinching account of growing up in a large and insular Punjabi-Canadian family where childhood sexual abuse was concealed behind a veil of female subservience and obedience. The film delves into the dark secrets of their past, revealing how Bollywood films reinforced toxic family dynamics that have had lasting impacts on their lives. Through their stories, "Because We Are Girls" celebrates the power of sisterhood and the courage it takes to demand justice for childhood traumas. This is a testament to the enduring strength of female bonds in the face of adversity.