Fifteen teenage girls from Missouri participate in a week-long civic experiment to build a government from the ground up.
“One nation. Under girls.”
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Fifteen teenage girls from Missouri participate in a week-long civic experiment to build a government from the ground up.
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Synopsis
Emily Worthmore stands among her peers at Girls State in Missouri, a week-long program where teenage girls build a government from scratch. The documentary follows her and fellow participants, including Nisha Murali and Tochi Ihekona, as they campaign for leadership positions and engage in political debates. Set against the backdrop of the 2022 event, the film contrasts the experiences of Girls State with those of Boys State, culminating in Cecilia Barton’s election as Governor and Tochi Ihekona’s appointment as Attorney General.
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The GuardianSundance film festival: Film-makers Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine struck gold with their film on a mock government program for 1,000 teenage boys. Now, it’s the girls’ turn.
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Why Watch
- Meet Emily Worthmore, a Federalist Party candidate.
- Follow Nisha Murali's quest for Supreme Court Justice.
- See the election results at Girls State unfold.
Did You Know
- Girls State premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 18, 2024.
- Cecilia Barton won the election for Governor at Girls State.
- Tochi Ihekona, a Black progressive girl, aimed to be Attorney General.
- The film has a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 60 reviews.
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Who directed the documentary Girls State?
Girls State was directed and produced by Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine.
When was Girls State released on Apple TV+?
Girls State was released on Apple TV+ on April 5, 2024.
What was the outcome of the election for Governor at Girls State?
Cecilia Barton won the election for Governor, while Tochi Ihekona became the Attorney General.
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