Trailblazers in Habits (2013)
'Trailblazers in Habits' is an intimate portrait of a group of American Catholic nuns, the Maryknoll Sisters, who have accompanied the disenfranchised in their struggle for social justice. By turns tragic and joyous, yet always inspirational, this insightful documentary is a revealing portrait of these courageous women. A moving and absorbing chronicle that spans 100 years and several continents, the film celebrates the intelligence and tenacity; the love, compassion and generosity of these early feminists.
Director: Nancy Tong
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 65 min
Release Date: April 1, 2013
Cast
- Susan Sarandon - Narrator (voice)
Country: China, Hong Kong, United States of America
Original Language: en
Themes
Feminist Awakening and the Power Struggle
Keywords
nun, feminism
More Films by Director: Nancy Tong
More Films in Genre: Documentary, History
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Trailblazers in Habits about?
- 'Trailblazers in Habits' is an intimate portrait of a group of American Catholic nuns, the Maryknoll Sisters, who have accompanied the disenfranchised in their struggle for social justice. By turns tragic and joyous, yet always inspirational, this insightful documentary is a revealing portrait of these courageous women. A moving and absorbing chronicle that spans 100 years and several continents, the film celebrates the intelligence and tenacity; the love, compassion and generosity of these early feminists.
- Who directed Trailblazers in Habits?
- Trailblazers in Habits was directed by Nancy Tong.
- Who stars in Trailblazers in Habits?
- Trailblazers in Habits stars Susan Sarandon.
- How long is Trailblazers in Habits?
- Trailblazers in Habits has a runtime of 1h 5m (65 minutes).
- What genre is Trailblazers in Habits?
- Trailblazers in Habits is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was Trailblazers in Habits produced?
- Trailblazers in Habits was produced in China, Hong Kong, United States of America.
- What are the themes of Trailblazers in Habits?
- The themes of Trailblazers in Habits include: Feminist Awakening and the Power Struggle.