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Sharmeen Obaid and Maheen Sadiq's short film bags Emmy nomination

Sharmeen Obaid and Maheen Sadiq's short film bags Emmy nomination

Co-directed and produced by the duo, the documentary titled Freedom Fighters is about women speaking out against inequality
Updated 10 Aug, 2020

Filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy's documentary Freedom Fighters has bagged a nomination at the 41st Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards for 'Best Feature Story in a News Magazine'.

Freedom Fighters follows the story of three brave women: a former child bride, a police officer and a labour crusader who are speaking out against inequality and pushing for equal rights in their country. It's been co-directed by Maheen Sadiq.

Produced by SOC Films for the Center for Investigative Journalism, the short was part of a documentary series which features the work of four female filmmakers who have produced films about women taking control, taking power and taking chances.

According to Chinoy, it is these subjects that spark difficult conversations and make people uncomfortable: "Change only comes about when people are forced to discuss an issue."

Previously, the film also won Best Short Documentary at Tallgrass Film Festival.

The winners will be announced on September 21 in an online ceremony. We wish the duo best of luck!

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Brownflower Aug 10, 2020 12:22pm
PTIers don't like her at all. But, good stuff.
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Chrís Dăn Aug 10, 2020 03:21pm
A great news. This documentary should be shown in all villages of Pakistan also.
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Ifti Malik Aug 10, 2020 06:06pm
All power to Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy et al. They have already brought a lot of respect to their country through their talent.
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