Tanya Selvaratnam is a writer and filmmaker whose work delves into the complexities of societal expectations, particularly concerning motherhood and intimate relationships. Her writing and filmmaking are characterized by a keen eye for the often-unseen realities beneath surface-level narratives. She crafts compelling stories that challenge conventional wisdom and explore the nuances of personal experience within broader social contexts. Through her art, Selvaratnam aims to illuminate difficult truths and spark important conversations about identity and power.
An award-winning filmmaker recounts the intimate abuse she suffered from former New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, using her story as a prism to examine the domestic violence crisis plaguing America