Film Lens
In 'Black Bus,' Sara, a blogger, critiques the lives of Haredi women, focusing on their oppression within a strict community. Shulamit, an independent photographer, captures violent incidents on segregated buses where women are forced to sit at the back. Both women face backlash for their efforts to document these harsh realities, violating the community's rule of not airing 'dirty laundry' in public.
The documentary follows Sara and Shulamit as they endure ostracism from family and friends for their actions. They expose violence perpetrated by Haredi extremists in the name of modesty, grappling with the emotional toll of their defiance. Their attempts to instigate change within the Haredi community raise questions about their future and the consequences of their choices.
Why Watch
- •Meet Sara, a blogger challenging Haredi norms.
- •Follow Shulamit as she documents bus segregation.
- •See the impact of community backlash on personal lives.
Did You Know
•The film was directed by Anat Yuta Zuria in 2009.
•Sara and Shulamit face severe backlash for their actions from their communities.
•The documentary has a runtime of 75 minutes.
Perfect For
Haredi women's rightsJewish community issuesDocumentary photography