Sonita: Film Guide

Sonita
Sonita

Ages

14+

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

Related calendar events

Music Day
21 June

A film guide that looks at Sonita (2015), a documentary about a young Afghan rapper determined to make her voice heard in spite of the repressive society she criticises in her lyrics.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including Human Rights, Music, Politics and Film Studies in addition to highlighting themes surrounding refugees and immigration, ethics and gender.

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This Resource Supports

  • Citizenship
  • Human Rights
  • Film Studies
  • Music
  • Politics

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