Woman Rebel
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Over the course of a controversial ten year revolution in Nepal, 40% of the guerilla army fighting against the government were women. WOMAN REBEL follows the story of one such woman (codename "Silu") on her incredible journey, from the jungles, all the way through to the halls of Parliament. It's a powerful, unconventional topic featuring women as agents of change, not victims of circumstance.
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"...offers a mature and fascinating look at Nepal’s extraordinary social upheaval, chronicling the unlikely rise of a Nepalese woman from rural poverty to leadership. Silu is an eloquent and empowering voice...this title is highly recommended."3 1/2 stars
P. Hall
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The provocative nature of the film is its subject matter. It personalizes the violence of this bloody conflict through the experiences of one woman. It should be of interest to a variety of college courses as well as the general public.Linda Kelly Alkana
Educational Media Reviews Online (EMRO)
Woman Rebel offers a tender glimpse into the experiences of a courageous young warrior propelled into battle by her deep yearning for human rights. This film effortlessly transitions between the personal testimonies of Silu and short explanations of the overarching events and issues that affected the entire nation.Ashley Braun, University of Arizona
Social Responsibility Roundtable
HBO National Premiere (USA) August 2010
NHK National Premiere (JAPAN) February 2011
One of eight films 'shortlisted' for Academy Award 2010
International Documentary Assocation Best Short Award 2010
Cine Golden Eagle Award 2010
Best of the Fest Award 2010
Columbia University SIPA Screening 2011
Emmy Nominated "Best Outstanding Research" 2011
Kiran Deol Kiran Deol is a filmmaker and actor who got on a plane the day after graduating from Harvard University to begin documenting the story of WOMAN REBEL, which took three years to complete. The film was subsequently one of eight shortlisted for the 2010 Oscar, and was picked up by HBO for the 2010-2011 season. It premiered on August 18th. Kiran has worked for networks like SABC in South Africa; and Discovery Channel in the United States. WOMAN REBEL is her first independent documentary film. She is now in development on her next projects.
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