No Man's Land: Women Frontline Journalists
This item is only available for Canadian orders.Catalogue Number: BF0004
Producer: Bishari Films
Producing Agencies: Bishari Film Productions
Subject: Canadian Geography, Canadian Social Studies, Canadian World Studies, Career Education, Documentary, Geography, Global Issues, Global Studies, History, Social Issues, Social Sciences, Sociology, Women's Studies, World History
Language: English
Grade Level: 9 - 12, Post Secondary, Adult
Country Of Origin: Canada
Copyright Year: 1994
Running Time: 56:00
This film travels to the front lines of Sarajevo and Afganistan, and also portrays famous women reporters as far back as WW2 and Vietnam. With shocking footage and insightful interviews, this documentary explores the lives of these death-defying women who have chosen to work in an area of journalism once almost entirely occupied by men.
“Superb” - The Globe and Mail
“Powerful ” - Toronto Star
“Riveting” - Broadcast Week
“Accomplished and affecting” – Shortlist / Globe & Mail
“Exceptional” - TV GUIDE
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