Borders

In the 1970s, women from the Indian subcontinent who migrated to the UK to join their spouses were routinely subjected to virginity testing examinations. The exact number of women who underwent this procedure is unknown; however, it is estimated that over 80 women experienced this invasive examination. This film was made possible thanks to the dedication of all those involved. The team hopes they have created a film that documents migrant history and raises awareness in a sensitive and empathetic way.

The film has been screened at the London Short Film Festival, Glasgow Short Film Festival, Encounters Film Festival, Tongues on Fire Asian Film Festival, Athena Film Festival, and Belfast Human Rights Festival. Its success led to awards for Best Writer and Best Editor at the Underwire Film Festival, as well as winning Best Experimental Film at the WVN Film Festival and the Zealous Emerge Film Prize.