Ultra-Orthodox women are forbidden to run for the Israeli parliament.

One woman is determined to change this historic ban. Esty Shushan won't stop until she achieves equal rights for 600,000 women, but the price she has to pay, fighting against her community members also takes its toll. The film provides a glimpse into the lives of women in the closed ultra-Orthodox community.

Hebrew, English with English subtitles.

Women of Valor

Synopsis

Ultra-Orthodox women are forbidden to run for the Israeli parliament.

One woman is determined to change this historic ban. Esty Shushan won't stop until she achieves equal rights for 600,000 women, but the price she has to pay, fighting against her community members also takes its toll. The film provides a glimpse into the lives of women in the closed ultra-Orthodox community.

Credits

Rating: 18
Genre: Documentary
Director: Anna Somershaf
Stars: TBC

Please note

UK Premiere. We're delighted to be joined by Esti Shushan, political activist and the main character of the film for a post screening Q&A on 24 May.

Age - 18 Dates - -

£12

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