National Press Club hosts screening of documentary on women-run news network in India, March 14

The National Press Club will host a special screening of the Oscar-nominated film “Writing with Fire” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 14.

The documentary tells the story of Khabar Lahariya, the only news network in India run by women. The fierce band of Dalit (low caste) women serve as an anchor for truth and justice and a pillar of democracy. With wit and grace, they defy the bounds of gender and caste and redefine what it means to be powerful, in their homes and for the world.

The event, which is open to Club members and their guests, begins at 6:30 p.m. with a conversation with the film’s directors, Rintu Thomas and Sushmit Ghosh. The screening starts at 7:30 p.m. There will be a cash bar. RSVP online. The Club will distribute a link to the film ahead of the event to registered attendees.

Looking for a place to eat beforehand? The Reliable Source will be open for dinner on the evening of the screening. Make reservations at 202-662-7443 or e-mail [email protected].

View the trailer online. The film won the Audience Award at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival.