A Girl in the River: The Price of Forgiveness

This powerful documentary, directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, delves into the harrowing issue of honor killings in Pakistan through the story of a young woman who survives an attempted murder by her own family. The film explores the societal and legal challenges she faces in her pursuit of justice and the cultural pressures that lead to such tragic events. It won the Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) in 2016, highlighting its impactful storytelling and global resonance. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.