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Tamil CINEMA · 2011
Invoking Justice
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Overview
In Southern India, family disputes are settled by Jamaats—all male bodies which apply Islamic Sharia law to cases without allowing women to be present, even to defend themselves. Recognizing this fundamental inequity, a group of women in 2004 established a women’s Jamaat, which soon became a network of 12,000 members spread over 12 districts. Despite enormous resistance, they have been able to settle more than 8,000 cases to date, ranging from divorce to wife beating to brutal murders and more. Deepa Dhanraj follows several cases, shining a light on how the women’s Jamaat has acquired power through both communal education and the leaders’ persistent, tenacious and compassionate investigation of the crimes. In astonishing scenes we watch the Jamaat meetings, where women often shout over each other about the most difficult facets of their personal lives.
A closer look
Invoking Justice (2011) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Documentary. Directed by Deepa Dhanraj. The cast includes Sharifa Khanam, Humsoon, Taj, Amarunnisa Begum. Runtime: 87 minutes.
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What is the original language of Invoking Justice?
Invoking Justice is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Invoking Justice?
Our source metadata lists 22 November 2011. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Invoking Justice?
The listed director is Deepa Dhanraj.
Who is in the cast of Invoking Justice?
The available cast credits include Sharifa Khanam, Humsoon, Taj, Amarunnisa Begum, Rajathi Amma. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Invoking Justice?
The recorded runtime is 87 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Invoking Justice?
The source lists these genres: Documentary.
What is Invoking Justice about?
In Southern India, family disputes are settled by Jamaats—all male bodies which apply Islamic Sharia law to cases without allowing women to be present, even to defend themselves. Recognizing this fundamental inequity, a group of women in 2004 established a women’s Jamaat, which soon became a network of 12,000 members spread over 12 districts. Despite enormous resistance, they have been able to settle more than 8,000 cases to date, ranging from divorce to wife beating to brutal murders and more. Deepa Dhanraj follows several cases, shining a light on how the women’s Jamaat has acquired power through both communal education and the leaders’ persistent, tenacious and compassionate investigation of the crimes. In astonishing scenes we watch the Jamaat meetings, where women often shout over each other about the most difficult facets of their personal lives.
