On Her Shoulders
2018•1h 35m•6.6•Released
Documentary
Nadia Murad, a 23-year-old Yazidi, survived genocide and sexual slavery committed by ISIS. Repeating her story to politicians and media, this ordinary girl finds herself thrust onto the world stage as the voice of her people. Away from the podium, she must navigate bureaucracy, fame and people's good intentions.
Director
Alexandria Bombach
Languages
French, English, Arabic
Studio
RYOT Films
Cast
Nadia Murad
Self
Murad Ismael
Self
Amal Clooney
Self
Ban Ki-moon
Self
Barack Obama
Self
Production
Company
RYOT Films
Company
Oscilloscope
Company
Red Reel
Producer
Hayley Pappas
Producer
Brock Williams
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