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On Her Shoulders

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Nadia Murad, a 23-year-old Yazidi, survived genocide and sexual slavery committed by ISIS. Repeating her story to the world, this ordinary girl finds herself thrust onto the international stage as the voice of her people. Away from the podium, she must navigate bureaucracy, fame and people's good intentions. Official Selection, 2018 Sundance Film Festival, 2018 SXSW Film Festival. Shortlisted for Best Documentary Feature for the 91st Academy Awards.

season 3290 minpremiere 07.22.2019

Filmmakers

Alexandria Bombach

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Critical Acclaim

Alexandria Bombach’s direction and editing are exceptional; she captures images that are both subtle and formidable. Her film is, first and foremost, a profile of Murad and her mission. Yet it’s also a comment on the media and on government aid.

Ken Jaworowski, The New York Times

2018 Sundance Film Festival

2018 SXSW Film Festival

Best Doc Shortlist, 91st Academy Awards

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