Aleya: A Bangladeshi Poet in America
Brief Synopsis
A look at the life of Bangladeshi poet, Aleya Chowdry, who lives in upstate New York and who must work three jobs to survive: in an ice cream parlor, as a dietician, and as a day care worker.
Cast & Crew
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Dina Hossain
Director
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1994
Technical Specs
Duration
14m
Synopsis
A look at the life of Bangladeshi poet, Aleya Chowdry, who lives in upstate New York and who must work three jobs to survive: in an ice cream parlor, as a dietician, and as a day care worker.
Director
Dina Hossain
Director
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1994
Technical Specs
Duration
14m
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Miscellaneous Notes
Shown in New York City (Florence Gould Hall) as part of program "Women Directors From South Asia: A Film Festival" December 2, 3, 4 & 10, 1994.
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dialogue Bengali
