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201971 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Family Dynamics

End The Silence

201971 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Seven women share their experiences of abuse, challenging the rule that dictates, 'What happens in this house, stays in this house.

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Seven women share their experiences of abuse, challenging the rule that dictates, 'What happens in this house, stays in this house.

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Imani Walkercast

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Seven women share their stories of abuse in the documentary "End The Silence." They confront a common rule in many households: "What happens in this house, stays in this house." Each woman recounts her experiences with a figure they call "Daddy." Their testimonies reveal the trauma often hidden within families. By breaking their silence, they aim to encourage others to speak out and seek help. The film addresses the stigma surrounding these issues and calls for change in community responses.

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