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201886 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Gender Equality

She Shears

201886 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Five women compete in sheep shearing events, facing unique challenges in a sport that lacks a separate women's section.

Gender Equality

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Five women compete in sheep shearing events, facing unique challenges in a sport that lacks a separate women's section.

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Jack Nicoldirector

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Five women compete in the demanding sport of sheep shearing, where no separate women's section exists. Set against the backdrop of intense competitions in New Zealand, "She Shears" follows their journeys as they face the challenges of a male-dominated field. Each woman demonstrates skill and determination while forging camaraderie with fellow competitors. The film captures the physical demands of the craft and emphasizes the ongoing fight for gender equality in sports. Directed by Jack Nicol, the documentary runs for 86 minutes.

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