Give Us a Smile

Overview

Shows the effect of the harassment women live with every day, ranging from ‘street humour’ and media stereotyping to actual physical violence. The film was made by women who lived in Leeds during the 1970s and early 80s, when a series of murderous sexual attacks by the so-called Yorkshire Ripper led to a virtual ‘curfew on women’. In response, the many women’s groups already active in the area decided it was time to put their own point of view.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 1, 1983

Original language

English

Countries

United Kingdom

Production

Leeds Animation Workshop

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0447173