Nisha Pahuja’s documentary “To Kill a Tiger” has earned a spot on the Oscars’ Best Documentary Feature Film shortlist, revealed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. This Indo-Canadian film, portraying a family’s quest for justice after a sexual assault, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2022, securing the Amplify Voices Award for Best Canadian Feature Film. Executive producers include Rupi Kaur, Mindy Kaling, and Dev Patel. Pahuja, based in Toronto, expressed gratitude on Instagram and highlighted the documentary’s portrayal of a painful yet resilient Indian family.
The entire narrative unfolds in India, capturing the family’s love and strength amid challenging times. Pahuja’s director’s statement emphasizes the film’s role in documenting the family’s journey to justice without shame or concealment.
The documentary faces competition from other noteworthy films, such as “American Symphony,” “Bobi Wine: The People’s President,” and “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project,” among others. The Academy also released shortlists for various categories, ranging from documentary short film to visual effects.
