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Listen to thisHi all,
On the topic of ‘movies with a message’, can anyone suggest a movie that might be helpful with our Male Violence Against Women group? We hope to use it as a jumping off point for discussion.
I appreciate any suggestions.
Barb Phillips
Youth Care Counsellor
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Barbara,
There is a movie called 'Ladybird Ladybird' that is an excellent portrayal of a family in crisis. It is set in Britain in the 1980's and explores a woman's ongoing struggle with social services. It also explores issues related to domestic violence. It might be difficult to get your hands on, but it is well worth the effort.
Regards,
John Byrne
Ireland
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A very gripping and powerful drama I would recommend in this context is “Nil by Mouth“, UK, 1997, directed and written by Gary Oldman, starring Ray Winstone, Kathy Burke.
Manfred Humer
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"Once were warriors" is a brutal nihilistic movie that focuses on the
Maori traditions of masculinity and gender as well as their tribal
culture. I would strongly suggest you watch it first to gauge it's
suitability though .
Bryan
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Hi Barb,
I don’t have one for domestic violence but a good one for violence against women in the form of sexual exploitation is “Where did you sleep last night?”. It is about a young girl being lured into sexual exploitation by and older male. You can get this one off of the NFB website.
Also, “Tears for April” from the Odd Squad about a girl that is heavily involved in street life and has addictions who gets murdered. Hope these help!
Lorinda Molner
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Hi Barb,
I've found "Once Were Warriors" to be a very powerful and impactful film that looks at all sorts of issues, including family/spousal violence. Here is a link to learn more:
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0110729/
All the best,
Tracey Young
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Hi Barb. Here's a couple that come to mind:
“North Country” (Warner Brothers, 2005) – film with Charlize Theron and from the director of “Whale Rider”. It's based on the book “Class Action: The Story of Lois Jenson and the Landmark Case That Changed Sexual Harassment Law” (Bingham & Ganglier). You can view the trailer at www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXkVQm0QPyY
“One Minute to Nine” (HBO, 2007) – a documentary about Wendy Maldonado from Oregon who experienced years of domestic violence in her family – check out a clip from the documentary at www.wendymaldonado.com
Best wishes with your discussion group!
James Freeman
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Have you checked out “Tough Guise” by Jackson Katz?
Susana Guardado
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How about the one that was put out by the Ending Violence Association in collaboration with our CFL football team the BC Lions "Be More Than A Bystander" with quarterback Travis Lulay or “Killing us Softly 3” or “Tough Guise”.
Hope that helps.
Tamara Aspell
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Thanks to the website:
http://www.zurinstitute.com/movietherapy.html
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Black Snake Moan
Cider House Rules
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Precious
Sleepers
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Sybil
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Ulee's Gold
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Donna Wilson
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Hi Barbara,
I recently used the film 'Precious' which had a significant impact on the young people I work with. The story is really heavy but with the message being that despite adversity a person can survive and positively affect the lives of others! Suggest you watch it first though to gauge the appropriateness of it.
Regards
Shaun Conroy
Residential Worker
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Hi Barbara,
I work in the field of Intimate Partner Violence and there are three movies that we use in our "Journey Of Two Wolves "program which is a 12 week Men's intervention program. The movies are older but still have a message that is effective in our work. The movies are, "It's not like I hit her", The "Crowned Prince" and "Fire proof”. I hope this helps.
All the best
Bernadette Poirier
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‘The Accused’ starring Jody Foster, based on true story of woman who was
gang raped in a local bar and what she was up against when she charged
the men involved. This was ground breaking at the time, but l am sure it
stands the test of time. The woman was blamed for what she wore, that
she was under the influence and her behavior (flirting and dancing)
prior to the rape.
Michelle Corbett
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For a domestic violence specific movie the most powerful one that comes
to mind is ‘Sleeping with the Enemy’ I saw it years ago and it still
evokes a somatic effect. It's dramatic but powerful.
One of my favourite movies with a message is the
‘Grid Iron Gang’. I used this as an open book test exploration in my
Counselling at Risk Youth class to explore the impact if culture,
environment, and peers on at risk behaviours as well as factors
contributing to resiliency.
Lori Gill,
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Barbara,
I would suggest: "What's Love Got to do with it", 1993. Its based
on the true story of Tina Turner's abusive marriage to Ike Turner. Its a
real difficult watch however it touches on the subject of domestic abuse
thoroughly. There would definitely be plenty discussion points.
In addition to that I can also suggest: "Safe Haven", 2013. Which is a lighter watch compared to the one above. Also on the subject of Domestic abuse.
Sandrine
This was a great question with great suggestions . Thanks.
Arthur John Gibson
