3 Seconds Divorce

3 Seconds Divorce

Directed by Shazia Javed

Overview

Synopsis

A sharia practice allows muslim men to divorce their wives by simply saying the word 'divorce' three times in one go. Commonly called triple-talaq or triple-divorce, this instant, oral divorce can only be given by men. In India, muslim women have been fighting an arduous battle to get this practice legally abolished. This is their story.

Stage
finished
Running time
54 minutes

Credits

  • Shazia Javed ... Director, Producer, Writer
  • Sara Cabrera-Aragon ... Editor

Production Details

Prod. Co.
LifeSketch Media Inc
Country
Canada
Years of Production
2015-2018

Distribution Details

Release year
2018
Awards
Reelworld Film Festival Audience Choice
Broadcast (Acq.)
ORF
Subtitles
English

Photos

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