Ten years of activism from 1965 to 1975 led to significant reforms in women's rights in Australia, including equal pay and the establishment of shelters.
“The Women who started a Feminist Revolution in Australia”
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Ten years of activism from 1965 to 1975 led to significant reforms in women's rights in Australia, including equal pay and the establishment of shelters.
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Merle Thornton and Rosalie Bognor chained themselves to the bar at the Regatta Hotel in Brisbane in 1970, a bold act that marked a significant moment in the Women's Liberation Movement in Australia. From 1965 to 1975, the documentary captures the fight for equality, detailing legislative reforms under the Whitlam government, the establishment of women's shelters, and the creation of rape crisis centers. Archival footage and interviews with activists like Anne Summers and Eva Cox illustrate the movement's challenges and achievements, culminating in the recognition of International Women's Year in 1975.
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Why Watch
- See Merle Thornton's protest at the Regatta Hotel in Brisbane.
- Meet influential feminists like Anne Summers and Pat O'Shane.
- Find out about the first women's shelters established in Australia.
Did You Know
- The film covers the Women's Liberation Movement from 1965 to 1975.
- Merle Thornton's daughter, Sigrid Thornton, was 12 years old during the protests.
- The film includes interviews with prominent feminists like Anne Summers and Eva Cox.
- Brazen Hussies was nominated for the best documentary award at the 10th AACTA Awards.
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What years does Brazen Hussies cover in the Women's Liberation Movement in Australia?
Brazen Hussies covers the years from 1965 to 1975.
Who directed the documentary Brazen Hussies?
Catherine Dwyer directed Brazen Hussies.
What significant event in 1975 is mentioned in relation to the documentary?
The documentary ends with the events of International Women's Year in 1975.
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