On Her Shoulders

On Her Shoulders

6.6
2018
1h 35m
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.

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Director: Alexandria Bombach

Cast: Nadia Murad, Murad Ismael, Amal Clooney, Ban Ki-moon, Barack Obama

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