The Burden of Virginity (2008)

The Burden of Virginity explores the deeply rooted traditions surrounding virginity in Uzbekistan, focusing on the expectations placed on brides to remain "pure" until their wedding day. The film follows the story of a young Uzbek woman who faces public humiliation and familial rejection after failing to prove her virginity. Her ordeal leads her to contemplate suicide, highlighting the extreme pressures imposed by societal customs.

Released Aug. 31, 2008 32 min None+

Genres: Documentary

Keywords: mdblist.has-trailer, tmdb.cultural, tmdb.women-s-rights, tmdb.patriarchal-society

Country: Uzbekistan
Production Country: Uzbekistan
Languages: Russian, Uzbek