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On Her Shoulders (12A)

— ,Barbican Cinema 2 & 3
On Her Shoulders

Nadia Murad, human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, campaigns to free the Yazidi people after surviving genocide and sexual slavery committed by ISIS.

Everything changed on the night of August 3rd 2014. Isis stormed Nadia Murad’s Yazidi community and killed 700 people. Men and elders were massacred, while women and children were forced into sex slavery.

Nadia Murad eventually escaped and lived in a refugee camp until she came to Europe. As Nadia engages with the global media, she faces insensitive and personal questions about rape, while trying to address how people can help the surviving Yazidi community.

With director of Yazda, Murad Ismael at her side, and support from lawyer Amal Clooney, she prepares to present her case at the UN public hearing.

On Her Shoulders is an intimate insight into the pressure of international scrutiny, and the resilience and courage of this year’s 2018 Nobel Peace Prize winner.

Tagged with: Cinema F-rated New releases

US 2018 Dir Alexandria Bombach 95 min

Please arrive promptly at the advertised start time

Proof of ID may be requested on entry to films, in compliance with BBFC ratings

Barbican Cinema 2 & 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.