1951
18 minutes
Archive Non-Fiction, Documentary, Short Films
English
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The 1950s are not known as a decade of progress for the feminist cause: having been an instrumental part of the war efforts, British women were encouraged back into the domestic sphere after World War Two. But as this documentary explains, the women’s movement cannot not be stopped, with many women earning their own living as teachers, nurses, and factory workers, while campaigning for more equal opportunities. The film gives examples of women who are leading the way in their professional fields, but also takes a sharp look at the prejudice that women face, particularly with regards to the gender pay gap. By drawing comparisons with the suffragette movement and pointing out the irony of trying to deny women’s competence post-war, the film makes a compelling argument for how society is enriched by having more female representation in politics, the arts and journalism. Directed by Jill Craigie, a life-long feminist and campaigner, the film ultimately confronts what it means to be a woman in 1950 Britain.
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A short film originally intended to inspire women in Britain to take up jobs to help the war effort during World War Two.
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