Sylvie's Story (1986)

Overview : This short film recreates the experience of Sylvie, a battered woman who seeks shelter in a Montréal transition house. Faced with the threat of violence, loneliness, the lack of financial resources or information about services, the victim is often understandably reluctant to seek help. Emphasizing the importance for women of speaking out, the film also points out the role of the transition house in putting victims of abuse in touch with appropriate legal and social services.

Release Date : January 1, 1986

Runtime : 28m

Genre : Documentary  

Companies : Studio D (NFB), ONF | NFB

Countries : Canada

Keywords : montreal, canada, healing, woman director, abuse, short film