My Body Feels with Me

Description

"My Body Feels with Me" is a documentary that presents a fragmented exploration of how childhood violence manifests in the body, focusing on the experiences of six women in Hyderabad, India. Through two months of workshops, these women discuss their intersecting identities across caste, class, gender, and disability. The film rejects the portrayal of trauma as mere spectacle, instead transforming personal memories into a collective visual archive. It is shot on a mobile phone and shaped by the concept of crip time, allowing for a unique perspective on witnessing pain with care. The film features Srikrupa Raghunathan and invites viewers to consider the relationship between personal narratives and broader societal issues. By documenting these intimate discussions and reflections, it highlights the importance of care in the representation of pain. The film's innovative approach to storytelling challenges conventional documentary forms, aiming to create a space for understanding and empathy.