Break the Silence
Originally released in 2013. Break the Silence is a documentary film. directed by Hind Bensari. At just 46 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Following the death of Amina Filali, a 16 year-old girl who killed herself after she was allegedly forced to marry the man who raped her, a young woman carries a personal investigation into the representation and perception of rape in Morocco. Here rapists are offered to marry their victims as a means to save the "honour" of the family. By liberating the voices of these victims, 475 : Break the Silence gives an unprecedented view of family, the deceit of love, relationships, marriage and honour in urban deprived areas of a country seeking to find its identity between modernity and tradition.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
0h 46m
46 minutes total
Language
AR
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Break the Silence about?
Following the death of Amina Filali, a 16 year-old girl who killed herself after she was allegedly forced to marry the man who raped her, a young woman carries a personal investigation into the rep...
Who directed Break the Silence?
Break the Silence was directed by Hind Bensari.
How long is Break the Silence?
Break the Silence has a runtime of 0 hours and 46 minutes (46 minutes total).
When was Break the Silence released?
Break the Silence was released on April 5, 2013 in theaters.