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City of Joy (2016)

Overview

The Democratic Republic of Congo has endured 20 years of devastating violence. Rape has been used as a weapon of war to destroy community and access precious minerals. Congo is often referred to as “the worst place in the world to be a woman.” "City of Joy" tells a different story of the region. The film focuses on Jane, a student at a center where women who have suffered unimaginable abuse join together to become leaders. We also meet the founders of the center: a devout Congolese Doctor, a Congolese activist, and a radical N.Y. playwright. The film weaves between joy and pain as these individuals band together to demand hope in a place so often deemed hopeless.
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Madeleine Gavin profile
Madeleine Gavin

Director

Cast

Christine Schuler-Deschryver profile
Christine Schuler-Deschryver

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Denis Mukwege Mukengere profile
Denis Mukwege Mukengere

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Eve Ensler profile
Eve Ensler

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Jane Mukunilwa profile
Jane Mukunilwa

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Christine Schuler-Deschryver profile
Christine Schuler-Deschryver

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Denis Mukwege Mukengere profile
Denis Mukwege Mukengere

Himself

Eve Ensler profile
Eve Ensler

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Jane Mukunilwa profile
Jane Mukunilwa

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Release Date

November 11, 2016

Original Language

English, French, German, Swahili

Budget

$0.00

Production Company

Essence Road logoImpact Partners logo

Available On

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Videos

City of Joy | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix thumbnail
City of Joy | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix

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