National. Half the sky
Description
The Chinese communist revolution of the 1940s promised women equality after thousands of years of subservience to men. But has the revolution reversed the tradition of tyranny towards women? As this film shows, today's Chinese women have little more control over their lives than did their ancestors. Their concerns are neglected while their burdens increase. Half the Sky takes viewers to remote villages and urban factories. Few women receive an education because education is not free and families will usually only spend money on boys. We learn that women are the first to be laid off in failing state run businesses. Private businesses hire men before women. Most enlightening are the candid remarks of individual women, from poor cave dwellers to education professional women. Despite the theory of equality, a woman remains obedient first to her father, than to her husband, and late in life to her son. A few women have gained leadership positions despite the obstacles. We hear from one who has made a successful career in politics. She speaks out for her oppressed sisters.
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25 minutes
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Alexander Street
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