Oxford International Women’s Festival presents: Suffragette12A

Directed by Sarah Gavron | UK | 2015 | 1h 46m | Starring Carey Mulligan, Anne-Marie Duff, Helena Bonham Carter, Meryl Streep, Ben Whishaw

In early 20th-century Britain, the rising suffragette movement transforms the life of Maud Watts, a working wife and mother. Inspired by political activist Emmeline Pankhurst, Maud joins a diverse group of women fighting for equality and the right to vote.

As part of the 36th Oxford International Women’s Festival, this special International Women’s Day screening of Sarah Gavron’s historical drama will feature a short introduction by Dr. Katherine Bradley, followed by a Q&A discussion.

Tickets include a complimentary celebratory glass of wine.

Reviews

‘A wonderfully involving, moving Carey Mulligan and the spirited ensemble around her flesh out a handsomely crafted, timely look at why and how far people are willing to go for a cause.’
★★★★
Angie Errigo, Empire Magazine

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We showed Oxford International Women’s Festival presents: Suffragette between March 8, 2025 and March 8, 2025.

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