Please note: This was screened in June 2025
Marching in the Dark has emerged as one of the most acclaimed documentaries of the year, making waves across the global festival circuit. Following its world premiere at CPH:DOX—where it received a Special Mention—it went on to win top awards at many festivals, and was selected for the Best Documentary category at the European Film Awards. With screenings at over 25 international festivals and praise for its poetic storytelling and powerful visual style, the film stands as a testament to the strength and solidarity of women navigating grief and injustice.
Intent on providing a better life for herself and her children after her farmer-husband’s suicide, the film follows Sanjivani struggles against her culture’s traditional abandonment of widows, until she joins a discussion group with other farmer-suicide widows.
Empowered by community, shared stories of resilience, and unexpected solidarity, Sanjivani cautiously forges a path forward.