Insightful documentary

A documentary about the children of Indian prostitutes, Born Into Brothels (SPHE, €24.99) avoids the pitfall of being too prurient, delivering an absorbing insight into the lives of children whose futures — the girls’ at least — are destined to follow in their mothers’ footsteps.

The boys can expect a life of crime, drugs and violence. Extras include a look at the youngsters three years later, and their reactions when they see sections of the documentary for the first time.