Inshallah A Boy

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This film is fully subtitled in English

After the sudden death of her husband, Nawal is facing hardship. In the absence of legal documents, her brother-in-law swoops in to claim her assets, as well as guardianship of her young daughter. This gripping, sharp-witted, feminist drama - the first-ever Jordanian feature to premiere at Cannes - accompanies Nawal, who is forced into a series of rash situations to hold onto her family and claim what should rightfully be hers. The result is a suspenseful and engrossing portrait of resistance and strength, and a snapshot into the many forms of systemic oppression facing women in Jordanian society and its legal system.

Official Selection, Cannes Critics’ Week 2023

Official Selection, Toronto International Film Festival 2023

“Tense, gripping, and unflinchingly honest, the film sheds light on the oppression faced by women under archaic laws. By refusing to focus solely on women’s suffering, Inshallah A Boy takes a survivor-centered approach, adding a powerful angle to its narrative.” - Negar Mohtashami, research assistant, Women’s Rights Division, Human Rights Watch

Content Advisory: This film contains references to sexual harassment, domestic violence and abortion.

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