Synopsis
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.
On Her Shoulders (2018) is a 1h 35min documentary feature film by Alexandria Bombach. Nadia Murad, a 23-year-old Yazidi, survived genocide and sexual slavery committed by ISIS.
Facts
Awards
Sundance U.S. Directing Award: Documentary
Original language
English
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Independent Spirit Awards 2019 generic
- National Board of Review 2018 generic
- Sundance Film Festival 2018 generic
- SXSW Film Festival 2018 generic
