The Day I Became a Woman
Marziyeh Meshkini's compelling and poignant study of the elementary problems faced by women in Eastern societies looks at three different generations in a triptych of subtle, bittersweet and surreal episodes. Ultimately, 'The Day I Became a Woman' is an eloquent and poetic celebration of the spirit and dignity of women.
Year: 2000
Genre: Foreign Language Films, African & Middle Eastern
Country: Iran
Director: Marziyeh Meshkini
Starring: Fatemeh Cheragh, Akhar, Shabnam Toloui, Azizeh Sedighi
Duration: 74 Minutes
Rating: PG
Subtitles: Yes
7.3/10
Location in store: Foreign (Africa & Middle East)
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