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200724 minPG-13documentary

Invisible Crimes

200724 minPG-13documentary

A 24-minute documentary filmed in Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, addresses the issue of violence against women in 2006.

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A 24-minute documentary filmed in Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, addresses the issue of violence against women in 2006.

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Wim Wenders

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In Kabalo, a town in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, women face severe violence and abuse. Shot in 2006, "Invisible Crimes" documents the experiences of these women and the efforts of Doctors Without Borders to provide medical and psychological support. The 24-minute film, directed by Wim Wenders, is part of the anthology "Invisibles" released in 2007. It presents a stark portrayal of the challenges faced by women in a region marked by conflict and instability.

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