Ask the Sexpert

A film by Vaishali Sinha

Mumbai’s premiere sex columnist

ASK THE SEXPERT is a feature length documentary about a highly popular 93—year-old sex advice columnist, Dr. Watsa, who writes for a daily newspaper in Mumbai. Despite sex being a taboo topic in that country, the column’s brand of non—moralistic advice and humor has emboldened many to write in with their questions, the vast majority of whom seek basic information. The columnist gains popularity even while a ban on comprehensive sex education in schools is adopted by approximately one third of India’s states.

Director Vaishali Sinha brilliantly captures Dr. Watsa’s treasured personality with compassion and humor. Ultimately ASK THE SEXPERT reveals real questions people face universally about their body and sexuality, all via the clever and passionate 93-year old doctor as he promotes the importance of sexual pleasure, consent and information as a passage to gender equality and health.

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Director

Vaishali Sinha

Producer

Mridu Chandra and Vaishali Sinha

Runtime

75 & 60 minutes

Rights Represented

Digital Rights, International Rights

Captions Available

English

Press

“The film deftly moves between Watsa, his conservative detractors and gorgeous footage of young lovers on the streets of Mumbai.”

- Globe and Mail

“I find it utterly impossible not to be charmed by Dr. Watsa and, by extension, by this documentary by Vaishali Sinha.”

- Cinema Axis

“Stooped and kindly, he’s India’s favourite straight-talking uncle, only one who advertises Viagra as a sideline. He’s certainly a find.”

- Screen Daily

“An intimate look at the way Indians talk about sex…At the heart of Dr. Watsa’s approach is a deeply held conviction that talking about pleasure and consent is crucial for achieving gender equality in India.”

- The Huffington Post
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Festival & Awards

NOMINEE – The Grierson Awards 2018 – Best Entertainment Documentary
Official Selection – HOTDOCS Film Festival
Official Selection – SHEFFIELD Film Festival
WINNER – Best Documentary – NEW ORLEANS Film Festival
SPECIAL MENTION – Best Documentary – Films Southasia
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WINNER – Critics choice award for Best Documentary – Power Brands Bollywood Films Journalist Awards

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Ask the Sexpert

Mumbai’s premiere sex columnist

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