Shooting Water
Shooting Water
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
272
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
India And Canada • 1990s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In her memoir, Shooting Water: A Memoir of Second Chances, Family, and Filmmaking, Devyani Saltzman chronicles Indian filmmaker Deepa Mehta's turbulent efforts to shoot her 2005 film Water, facing severe backlash from conservative Hindu nationalists due to its stark depictions of misogyny and child marriage, ultimately relocating production to Sri Lanka amidst acts of censorship and violence. Sensitive topics include misogyny and child marriage.
Melancholic
Emotional
Inspirational
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
129 ratings
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Review Roundup
Shooting Water by Devyani Saltzman receives praise for its heartfelt depiction of a mother-daughter relationship amidst a backdrop of film production and cultural exploration. Critics appreciate Saltzman's introspective narrative and eloquent prose. However, some suggest the book occasionally meanders, slowing down the overall pace. Nonetheless, it's a touching memoir that resonates emotionally.
Who Should Read Shooting Water?
A reader who would enjoy Shooting Water by Devyani Saltzman is someone interested in heartfelt memoirs blending family dynamics, cultural identity, and the artistic process. Similar readers might appreciate Jeannette Walls' The Glass Castle or Cheryl Strayed's Wild, which also explore personal growth and complex relationships.
129 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
India And Canada • 1990s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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