Afghan Women (1974)

The words of the women and the rhythm of their lives in the seclusion of family compounds suggests both the satisfying and the limiting aspects of a woman's role in a rural Afghan community. Filmed in the Balkh Province, an area inhabited by Tajik and other Central Asian peoples. The town of Aq Kupruk is approximately 320 miles northwest of Kabul. The theme of the film focuses on women. The film and accompanying instructor notes examine the economic, political, religious, and educational status of women, their legal and customary rights, and the degree of change in their actual and perceived roles.

Director: Nancy Dupree, Josephine Powell
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 17 min
Release Date:
Country: Afghanistan, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

etnography, women's rights

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Afghan Women about?
The words of the women and the rhythm of their lives in the seclusion of family compounds suggests both the satisfying and the limiting aspects of a woman's role in a rural Afghan community. Filmed in the Balkh Province, an area inhabited by Tajik and other Central Asian peoples. The town of Aq Kupruk is approximately 320 miles northwest of Kabul. The theme of the film focuses on women. The film and accompanying instructor notes examine the economic, political, religious, and educational status of women, their legal and customary rights, and the degree of change in their actual and perceived roles.
Who directed Afghan Women?
Afghan Women was directed by Nancy Dupree, Josephine Powell.
How long is Afghan Women?
Afghan Women has a runtime of 17m (17 minutes).
What genre is Afghan Women?
Afghan Women is a Documentary film.
Where was Afghan Women produced?
Afghan Women was produced in Afghanistan, United States of America.