Directed by Diana Ferrero
Screening at Lesley University

March 8, 2016 6-8:30pm
Lesley University Library,
Brattle Campus, Sherrill 251

In popular Western imagination, a Muslim woman in a veil – or hijab – is a symbol of Islamic oppression. But what does it mean for women’s freedom when a democratic country forbids the wearing of the veil? In this provocative documentary, filmmaker Diana Ferrero portrays the struggle of two women – one in France and one in Iran – to express themselves freely.  The film highlights how women still must struggle for the right to control their own bodies -not only under theocratic regimes, but also in secular, democratic countries where increasing discrimination against Muslims and sexism intersect.

The film will be followed by a Q&A discussion, speaker TBD.