The Judge
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The Judge is an intriguing doc that dives deep into the world of Shari'a law through the lens of its pioneering figure, Judge Kholoud Al-Faqih. The film captures her courtroom with a raw, verité style that feels both intimate and revealing. You get a real sense of the challenges she faces—not just as a judge, but as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field. The pacing is deliberate, allowing you to absorb the weight of the cases and the societal dynamics at play. What stands out is how it threads the needle between legal intricacies and personal stories. It’s interesting and sheds light on issues of gender and justice in a way that feels fresh.
Director: Erika CohnRuntime: 80 minutesLanguage: Arabic with English subtitlesReleased by: PBS Distribution
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