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201753 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Freedom Of Expression Gender Equality

Undercovered

201753 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Muslim women from various societies share their experiences with the headscarf, exploring its cultural and political implications in a post-9/11 context.

Freedom Of Expression Gender Equality

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Nejra Latić Hulusić,

Sabrina Begović-Ćorić

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Muslim women from various societies share their experiences with the headscarf, exploring its cultural and political implications in a post-9/11 context.

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Nejra Latić Hulusićdirector

Sabrina Begović-Ćorićdirector

Nejra Latić Hulusićwriter

Sabrina Begović-Ćorićwriter

Synopsis

Muslim women share their experiences with the headscarf in various societies, revealing the garment's role in public discourse. Following the 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City, the headscarf became a symbol of controversy. Undercovered features interviews that address the cultural and political implications of wearing the headscarf. The film discusses freedom, identity, and religious expression, reflecting societal attitudes towards Islam and women's rights in a post-9/11 context. Directed by Nejra Latić Hulusić, it runs for 53 minutes.

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