The Burden of Virginity
The Burden of Virginity explores the deeply rooted traditions surrounding virginity in Uzbekistan, focusing on the expectations placed on brides to remain "pure" until their wedding day. The film follows the story of a young Uzbek woman who faces public humiliation and familial rejection after failing to prove her virginity. Her ordeal leads her to contemplate suicide, highlighting the extreme pressures imposed by societal customs.
Release Date
August 31, 2008Runtime
32 minGenres
DocumentaryDirected by
Oleg Karpov, Umida AkhmedovaLanguage
RussianBudget
$0Revenue
$0Status
Released
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