On Her Shoulders (2018)

Nadia Murad, a 23-year-old Yazidi, survived genocide and sexual slavery committed by ISIS. Repeating her story to politicians and media, this ordinary girl finds herself thrust onto the world stage as the voice of her people. Away from the podium, she must navigate bureaucracy, fame and people's good intentions.

Cast (5)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

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Nadia Murad

Self

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Murad Ismael

Self

Amal Clooney

Self

Ban Ki-moon

Self

Barack Obama

Self

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