Yes Sir, That’s My Devī: Authority and the Goddess in Nina Paley’s Sita Sings the Blues

Abstract

This article, “Yes Sir, That’s My Devī” by Caleb Simmons, analyzes how Nina Paley’s film navigates themes of divine authority, gender, and modern spiritual interpretation. Simmons discusses how the film bridges traditional narratives with feminist discourse, questioning who holds the right to tell sacred stories in the global era.