Documentaries

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Namrata (our blood)

Format project was originally shot in: Digital Video-transferred to BETA SP and DIGI BETA

Synopsis:
Namrata (our blood) is an independent documentary that focuses in on the daily life of a reformed convicted murderer and drug addict, Chris, who is a counselor at India's only HIV/AIDS hospice.
Chris, the Indian equivalent of Sean Penn, takes the viewer in and out of the events and experiences of an abandoned HIV+ baby, and HIV+ family, and his new friend and co-staff member, James, aslo HIV+.
The film reveals the inspiring, sad, and often funny ways both Chris, James, and their patients search for redemption and dignity as they bond together in this small, exiled community.
The Academy Award nominated actress, Marianne Jean-Baptiste (SECRETS AND LIES), has agreed to narrate the film.

Director/Producer
Andrew M. Rice

Director of Photography
Amy Rice

Narrator
Marianne Jean-Baptiste

State of Completion
Principle photography is completed. Need funds for editing, color correction and transfer to 16mm film.

Screening Availability: 12 Minute sample reel available on VHS

Production Company: Independent

Contact Name: Andrew M. Rice

Contact Phone: 617.661.6597

Address:
28 Soden St., #1
Cambridge, MA 02139

E-Mail: riceandrew@hotmail.com