Afghan Women

Afghan Women

1974
17m
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Overview

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.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Production Countries
Afghanistan United States of America
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date January 1, 1974
Status Released
Language EN

Cast

Key Crew

Josephine Powell
Director
Nancy Dupree
Director
Norman Miller
Producer