Women Talking
Overview
Women Talking is a 2022 drama film written and directed by Sarah Polley, based on the 2018 novel by Miriam Toews. The film is set in 2010, in an isolated Mennonite colony. The women of the colony have been drugged and raped by the men. They have discovered the truth. They must decide what to do: do nothing, stay and fight, or leave. The film is a powerful, urgent, and thought-provoking exploration of faith, justice, and the power of women. The film features an ensemble cast of actresses, including Rooney Mara, Claire Foy, Jessie Buckley, Judith Ivey, and Frances McDormand. Women Talking was a critical and commercial success, earning over $12 million on a $12 million budget. It won one Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. It was nominated for two other Oscars, including Best Picture. The film is a masterpiece of dialogue-driven cinema and a must-see for anyone interested in the #MeToo movement and the ongoing struggle for women's rights.
