In Her Hands Synopsis

A documentary that tells the story of Zarifa Ghafari, who at 26 became one of Afghanistan's first female mayors and the youngest to ever hold the position. Filmed over two turbulent years, the film documents her personal battle for survival as her country unravels amid the rapid withdrawal of Western forces and the Taliban's return to power. Faced with this new reality, Zarifa must make the most difficult decision of her life.

A documentary that tells the story of Zarifa Ghafari, who at 26 became one of Afghanistan's first female mayors and the youngest to ever hold the position. Filmed over two turbulent years, the film documents her personal battle for survival as her country unravels amid the rapid withdrawal of Western forces and the Taliban's return to power. Faced with this new reality, Zarifa must make the most difficult decision of her life.

November 16, 2022 at 11:01 AM