Iron Ladies of Liberia (2007)

Iron Ladies of Liberia (2007) poster

When Ellen Johnson Sirleaf became Africa's first ever elected female head of state, filmmakers Siatta Scott-Johnson and Daniel Junge were there to follow her. It was the start of an extraordinary year they spent with the Liberian president as she struggled to take control of a country devastated by years of civil war. Together with her 'iron ladies' (the finance minister and police chief are also formidable females), she takes a firm hold on the government, trying to root out corruption and spend the tiny annual budget carefully. But it is not an easy task, and everything seems to be against her - even her presidential mansion burns down. (Storyville)

Director: Henry Ansbacher
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 77 min
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Cast

Editing: Davis Coombe
Production: Just Media
Country: Liberia, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

politics, head of state, liberia, herstory

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iron Ladies of Liberia about?
When Ellen Johnson Sirleaf became Africa's first ever elected female head of state, filmmakers Siatta Scott-Johnson and Daniel Junge were there to follow her. It was the start of an extraordinary year they spent with the Liberian president as she struggled to take control of a country devastated by years of civil war. Together with her 'iron ladies' (the finance minister and police chief are also formidable females), she takes a firm hold on the government, trying to root out corruption and spend the tiny annual budget carefully. But it is not an easy task, and everything seems to be against her - even her presidential mansion burns down. (Storyville)
Who directed Iron Ladies of Liberia?
Iron Ladies of Liberia was directed by Henry Ansbacher.
Who stars in Iron Ladies of Liberia?
Iron Ladies of Liberia stars Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Beatrice Munah Sieh, Antoinette Sayeh.
How long is Iron Ladies of Liberia?
Iron Ladies of Liberia has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
What genre is Iron Ladies of Liberia?
Iron Ladies of Liberia is a Documentary film.
Where was Iron Ladies of Liberia produced?
Iron Ladies of Liberia was produced in Liberia, United States of America.