Her War: Women Vs. ISIS (2015)

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The YPJ (Women's Protection Units) is an all-female unit of Kurdish and Arab women who are fighting ISIS in Syria. Previously unheard of until 2012, the YPJ is comprised of volunteers from towns and villages that came under threat as the terror group extended its influence and started committing atrocities against the local population. These new recruits joined the group not only to protect their families from ISIS militants, but also to create a new feminist, socialist and democratic society, a "revolution within a revolution".

Director: Anastasia Trofimova
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Her War: Women Vs. ISIS about?
The YPJ (Women's Protection Units) is an all-female unit of Kurdish and Arab women who are fighting ISIS in Syria. Previously unheard of until 2012, the YPJ is comprised of volunteers from towns and villages that came under threat as the terror group extended its influence and started committing atrocities against the local population. These new recruits joined the group not only to protect their families from ISIS militants, but also to create a new feminist, socialist and democratic society, a "revolution within a revolution".
Who directed Her War: Women Vs. ISIS?
Her War: Women Vs. ISIS was directed by Anastasia Trofimova.
How long is Her War: Women Vs. ISIS?
Her War: Women Vs. ISIS has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
What genre is Her War: Women Vs. ISIS?
Her War: Women Vs. ISIS is a Documentary film.