This documentary follows the lives of Yazidi women who were kidnapped and enslaved by ISIS in 2014 and their struggle to rebuild their lives after escaping captivity. As they attempt to heal from their trauma through art, they find guidance and hope from theater producer Uncle Hussein. The film is set primarily in refugee camps in Iraqi Kurdistan and the sacred Yazidi temple of Lalish.

This film will be presented in its original Kurdish language with English subtitles.

The Los Angeles Kurdish Film Festival (LAKFF) is a vibrant cultural celebration showcasing the rich diversity of Kurdish stories from Kurdistan and the Kurdish diaspora. Through compelling films, this festival brings to light the complexities of Kurdish identity, history, and the ongoing struggles faced by Kurdish communities worldwide. With a diverse lineup of feature films, documentaries, and short films, LAKFF offers a platform for Kurdish filmmakers to share their voices, fostering dialogue and understanding around universal themes like displacement, resilience, and cultural preservation.

This program is a venue rental engagement. Member discounts and Frida Cinema comp passes not valid. The views and opinions expressed in this program do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of The Frida Cinema or its staff.