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SCREENING & PANEL DISCUSSION
Thursday
12
November
tradwives

The 'Tradwives' of America

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative
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Maison de la paix | Room S7 | Geneva Graduate Institute

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SYNOPSIS

"#Tradwife" — short for "traditional wife" — has exploded on social media in recent years, promoting a return to traditional, conservative values and family life. But many see the underlying ideology of this movement as a dangerous attack on women's rights.

This trend, promoted by numerous Instagram influencers, advocates a strict return to traditional values: the woman stays at home to look after the family and happily submit to her husband, while the man works and provides. But while the influencers promoting this lifestyle earn tens of thousands a month, most tradwives are completely dependent on their husbands.

Solie and Andre, a devout Catholic couple in their thirties, can't imagine living any other way. But former tradwife Enitza is keen for people to understand the realities of this lifestyle. After ten years as a tradwife and four children, she realised she wanted a better life for her daughters — and when she requested a divorce, that was when her problems really started.

Directed by Julie Benzoni, Manon Heurtel & Jérôme Prouvost · 25 min · France, 2024

 

TRAILER

Watch the trailer here.

PROGRAMME

12:15 — Aperitif with sandwiches and drinks 

12:30 — Screening (25 min) 

12:55 — Panel discussion 

13:30 — End

 

PANEL DISCUSSION

Following the screening, join us for a discussion with:

  • Nicole Bourbonnais, Geneva Graduate Institute [TBC]
  • Alessia Nicastro, Geneva Graduate Institute (Moderator)  [TBC]
  • Julie Benzoni, Film Director, Manon Heurtel or Jérôme Prouvost  [TBC]

Trigger warning: this film contains references to gender-based and sexual violence that may be distressing to some viewers.

PRODUCTION INFO

Year: 2024 · Duration: 25 mins · Production: Kraken Films · Directors: Julie Benzoni, Manon Heurtel & Jérôme Prouvost · Available versions: ENG, FRA · Distribution: Java Films

This event is organised in partnership with the Bureau de promotion de l'égalité et de prévention des violences (BPEV) du Canton de Genève, as part of the campaign for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (25 November).

 

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