Perween Rahman: The Rebel Optimist (2016)

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A documentary on Pakistani architect and urban planner Perween Rahman and her remarkable work for Karachi’s poor.
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A documentary on Pakistani architect and urban planner Perween Rahman and her remarkable work for Karachi’s poor.

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