Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism (2014)

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The struggle for Muslim women’s emancipation is often portrayed stereotypically as a showdown between Western and Islamic values, but Arab feminism has existed for more than a century. This groundbreaking documentary recounts Arab feminism’s largely unknown story, from its taboo-shattering birth in Egypt by feminist pioneers up through viral Internet campaigns by today’s tech-savvy young activists during the Arab Spring.

Director: Feriel Ben Mahmoud
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Screenplay

Editing: Josiane Rodon
Production: Drôle de Trame
Country: France
Language: العربية, English, Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Feriel Ben Mahmoud
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism about?
The struggle for Muslim women’s emancipation is often portrayed stereotypically as a showdown between Western and Islamic values, but Arab feminism has existed for more than a century. This groundbreaking documentary recounts Arab feminism’s largely unknown story, from its taboo-shattering birth in Egypt by feminist pioneers up through viral Internet campaigns by today’s tech-savvy young activists during the Arab Spring.
Who directed Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism?
Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism was directed by Feriel Ben Mahmoud.
How long is Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism?
Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism?
Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism is a Documentary film.
Where was Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism produced?
Feminists Insha'allah! The Story of Arab Feminism was produced in France.