From the Roots
Directed by Sukhwant DhaddaSläpps 31 juliDokumentär
From the Roots is a powerful feature documentary that chronicles the journey of Punjabi farmers who left India in the early 1900s to forge new lives in North America. Fleeing heavy taxation and colonial oppression, these pioneers navigated turbulent seas and unfamiliar lands, laying the foundation for future generations. Through intimate interviews with their descendants, archival materials, and evocative storytelling, the film explores the struggles, resilience, and triumphs of these early settlers. From the Roots celebrates their enduring legacy, revealing how their sacrifices shaped identity, opportunity, and community for generations of Punjabi-Americans.
From the Roots Trivia
From the Roots is scheduled for release on 31 juli 2026.
From the Roots is being directed by Sukhwant Dhadda.
From the Roots is being produced by Kavi Raz.
From the Roots is a powerful feature documentary that chronicles the journey of Punjabi farmers who left India in the early 1900s to forge new lives in North America. Fleeing heavy taxation and colonial oppression, these pioneers navigated turbulent seas and unfamiliar lands, laying the foundation for future generations. Through intimate interviews with their descendants, archival materials, and evocative storytelling, the film explores the struggles, resilience, and triumphs of these early settlers. From the Roots celebrates their enduring legacy, revealing how their sacrifices shaped identity, opportunity, and community for generations of Punjabi-Americans.
From the Roots is a Dokumentär film.