In the Name of Honor (2015)
In the Name of Honor exposes frightening cases of honor killings from India, Jordan and Palestinian Territories.
Género : Documental
Tiempo de ejecución : 1H 13M
Director : Pawel Gula
Sinopsis
During part verité, part exposé road trip, director Pawel Gula proves there is no honor in killing. The film juxtaposes horrific news footage with insights from the families of victims whose lives have been irreparably altered and the killers who are still debating the consequences of their actions. Broader commentary is given by officials and activists fighting this horrific tradition.
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