This documentary offers a glimpse into life in Jinwar, the world’s only ecologically managed women’s village. Established in a war-torn region, Jinwar provides a safe, self-sufficient community where women from diverse backgrounds can live free from violence. Built by women, for women, the village fosters resilience, independence, and solidarity, offering its residents the chance to rebuild their lives and shape a future on their own terms.

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.