Aya

In a small Tunisian town, a young girl named Aya dreams of flying kites and attending school, but her Salafist parents forbid her from doing so, considering it a sin. One day, Aya takes matters into her own hands and commits an act that will forever change the course of her family's destiny. Based on a true story, this powerful and thought-provoking short film explores the themes of religion, tradition, and the empowerment of women.

You can stream Aya on: Netflix

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