The Virgin Obsession

"The Virgin Obsession" is a documentary that delves into the centuries-old tradition of valuing female virginity in Muslim societies and its impact on women's lives. Through personal stories and interviews, the film explores the ways in which this obsession has led to oppression, violence, and the suppression of women women's rights. The director, Güner Yasemin Balci, returns to her own family history and examines the cultural and religious factors that contribute to this phenomenon. The film offers a powerful critique of a society that continues to place a high value on female purity and the consequences that this has for women.

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