This short film recreates the experience of Sylvie, a battered woman who seeks shelter in a Montréal transition house. Faced with the threat of violence, loneliness, the lack of financial resources or information about services, the victim is often understandably reluctant to seek help. Emphasizing the importance for women of speaking out, the film also points out the role of the transition house in putting victims of abuse in touch with appropriate legal and social services.
Genre: Documentary
Stars: Holly Dressel, Michèle Magny
Crew: Zoe Dirse (Director of Photography), Norma Denys (Sound), Judith Gruber-Stitzer (Music), Hans Peter Strobl (Sound Re-Recording Mixer), Kathleen Shannon (Executive Producer), Jackie Newell (Sound Editor)
Country: Canada
Language: English
Studio: Studio D (NFB), ONF | NFB
Runtime: 28 minutes
Quality: HD
Released: Jan 01, 1986
IMDb: 10
