Water

Set in colonial India against Gandhi's rise to power, it's the story of 8-year-old Chuyia, who is widowed and sent to a home to live in penitence; once there, Chuyia's feisty presence deeply affects the lives of the other residents.

Director

Deepa Mehta

Writer

Deepa Mehta, Anurag Kashyap

Released

26 May 2006

Country

Canada, United States, India

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 17 wins & 18 nominations total