Sisters in Law
A fascinating, shocking and often hilarious look at the daily work of one small courthouse in Cameroon.
Brought to you by award-winning director Kim Longinotto ('Divorce Iranian Style' and 'The Day I'll Never Forget') and co-director Florence Ayisi.
First on More 4 Oct 2006.
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Fighting to eradicate corruption from their country's patriarchal legal system, Sisters in Law follows the women endeavouring to make an impact in the courtroom. With the number of reported cases of assault, domestic violence and statutory rape on the rise, this film explores the changing role of women in Cameroon's legal system. Cont P2
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A father is admonished for kidnapping a daughter, and the legal team try to persuade a woman to prosecute her abusive husband |
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