Synopsis

Screened at more than 120 festivals worldwide, Sisters in Law is the latest documentary from internationally acclaimed director Kim Longinotto, co-directed by Florence Ayisi. Totally fascinating and often hilarious, this crowd-pleasing film follows tough-minded state prosecutor Vera Ngassa and court president Beatrice Ntuba as they help women in their Muslim village find the courage to fight often-difficult cases of abuse, despite pressures from family and their community to remain silent. With fierce compassion, they dispense wisdom and wisecracks in fair measure.

A cross between Judge Judy and The No.1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, Sisters in Law has audiences cheering when justice is served. In signature style, Longinotto’s unobtrusive camera captures an abundance of colorful characters, allowing their powerful stories to unfold effortlessly without need for narration. Inspiring and uplifting, Sisters in Law presents a strong and positive view of African women – and captures the emerging spirit of courage, hope and the possibility of change.

Cameroon, 2005
Not rated, 104 min.