An Army of Women

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An Army of Women

2024

1h 24m

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When Amy, Marina and Hanna's rape cases are dismissed by the Austin police, all three women try to find a way to rebuild their lives. They join forces with twelve other women in a groundbreaking federal class-action lawsuit, the first to argue that sexual assault isn't prosecuted because it's a crime that predominantly affects women. The group is determined to hold police and prosecutors accountable for their inaction, but their resilience is tested as they face setbacks from the system they hope to change. Ultimately, "An Army of Women" offers a hopeful look into a movement that aims to change the future for women everywhere.

Jonathan Romney

Financial Times

04/25/2025

3/5

The film is clear-sighted and involving, but at 84 minutes feels a little too condensed to get into its topic as deeply as it merits. Nevertheless, an eye-opener.

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Phuong Le

Guardian

04/24/2025

3/5

The impact of Lillesæter’s film lies not only in its critique of legal biases and failings, but also in how it conveys the powerful bond between the plaintiffs.

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Kate Erbland

IndieWire

03/12/2024

B-

While the frustration and confusion that comes with watching An Army of Women may often feel burdensome, it is nothing compared to the frustration and confusion its subjects so boldly faced down. It is, after all, what life itself feels like.

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Emma Vine

Loud and Clear Reviews

08/15/2024

4.5/5

It’s an impactful documentary that empowers women and reflects how dedication and advocacy in numbers can move mountains.

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Abe Friedtanzer

Film Factual

07/15/2024

B+

Director Julie Lunde Lillesæter makes an impressive feature debut with this film, which she explains was born of anger and ultimately turned into hope.

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Kristy Strouse

Film Inquiry

04/02/2024

An Army of Women is handled with sensitivity and care, providing a moving cinematic experience.

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Caroline B

@lacbass Apr 14

Extremely well done documentary on an important topic close to my heart as a local.

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When Amy, Marina and Hanna's rape cases are dismissed by the Austin police, all three women try to find a way to rebuild their lives. They join forces with twelve other women in a groundbreaking federal class-action lawsuit, the first to argue that sexual assault isn't prosecuted because it's a crime that predominantly affects women. The group is determined to hold police and prosecutors accountable for their inaction, but their resilience is tested as they face setbacks from the system they hope to change. Ultimately, "An Army of Women" offers a hopeful look into a movement that aims to change the future for women everywhere.

Director: Julie Lunde Lillesæter
Producer: Julie Lunde Lillesæter, Natalya Sarch, Arne Dahr
Production Co: Differ Media, 3B-Produktion GmbH, Lost Footage Films
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 24m