Marching in the Dark

Set in a drought-stricken area of India, this documentary focuses on the intersection of climate change and mental health. In a community where farmers face high suicide rates, a group of women who have lost their husbands work with a psychologist. Together, they study counseling techniques to provide emotional support and guidance to other local residents dealing with grief.

The film was directed by Kinshuk Surjan and produced by Hanne Phlypo and Evelien De Graef. This production involved a collaboration between companies from India, Belgium, the Netherlands, and the Netherlands Antilles. The cast features real-life participants appearing as themselves, including Sanjeevani Bhure, Parimala Shinde, Parvati Gadade, Dr. Milind Potdar, Babli Vaishnavi Bhure, and Karan Bhure. Released on March 19, 2024, the film has a total runtime of 110 minutes.