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Critic Nigel M Smith
rated 10

...to witness Sonita’s rise from timid rapper to empowered activist over a three-year span is thrilling.

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Critic Jonathan Romney
rated 8

Iranian documentarist Rokhsareh Ghaemmaghami captures her subject’s irreverent energy and her vulnerability, while also raising questions about her own role as a film-maker...

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Cast & Crew

Cori Shepherd Stern
As Herself, executive director, Strongheart Group
Ahmad Ahmadi
As Himself, construction worker
Farzaneh Davoodi
As Herself
Arefe
As Herself

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Sonita is a powerful and inspiring documentary about a young Afghan woman who dreams of becoming a rapper, despite the obstacles she faces as an undocumented refugee in Iran. With the support of her friends and mentors, Sonita must confront her conservative family's plans to sell her into marriage and fight for her right to live her own life. Will she be able to overcome the challenges and achieve her dreams, or will she be forced to conform to societal expectations? The film offers a gripping portrayal of Sonita's journey, as she navigates the complexities of identity, culture, and family.

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