Iron Jawed Angels (2004) Reviews

Iron Jawed Angels (2004)
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German filmmaker Katja von Garnier directs the HBO original movie Iron Jawed Angels, inspired by a pivotal chapter in American history. Hilary Swank plays Alice Paul, an American feminist who risked her life to fight for women's citizenship and the right to vote. She founded the separatist National Woman's Party and wrote the first equal rights amendment to be presented before Congress. Together with social reformer Lucy Burns (Frances O'Connor), Paul struggled against conservative forces in order to pass the 19th amendment to the Constitution of the United States. One of their first actions was a parade on President Woodrow Wilson's (Bob Gunton) inauguration day. The suffragettes also encountered opposition from the old guard of the National American Women's Suffrage Association, Carrie Chapman Catt (Anjelica Huston). The activists get arrested and go on a well-publicized hunger strike, where their refusal to eat earns them the title of "the iron-jawed angels." Iron Jawed Angels was screened at the Sundance Film Festival in 2004 before its television premiere on HBO. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, Rovi

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Starring:
Hilary Swank, Frances O'Connor, (more)
Director(s):
Katja von Garnier
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
NR
Format(s):
DVD
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Terri M.

I was very surprised with the quality of this movie. I thought this might be an interesting documentary on a very important part of history. Instead, a beautiful story line woven into an exquisitely acted film. Informational and highly recommended!

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Bill D.

HIGHTLY RECCOMEN as a man i will sayt this is a GREAT movie!!!! i never know women had it that hard it was a eye opener !!! i realy think this is a well done movie good acting by HILLARY . she become the women that all little girls should look up to . 50 stars it that good

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Rhonda L.

Inspiring...every woman should see. The contemporary music made me realize even though these women lived some decades ago, they were just like us. Our spirits thrive in the rights they fought for.

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Norma H.

very well done..we all forget the fights during the early years of America...it seems many of those fights are being fought again, today. ...to preserve some of the rights which we assume belong to Americans.

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Christine N.

Terrific movie on the hard sacrifice women made to bring about their right to vote...and no longer just be chattel with no rights whatsoever. Well done and important for women. We take our rights for granted but our predcessors suffered miserably in a hostile man's world. Christine N.

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Carol C.

What a powerful movie! This movie should be shown every election year! What brave women they all were. The acting and soundtrack were soul touching. Show this to every female in your family and circle of friends! Carol C.

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Ralph M.

Great movie. Certifianly was a tough fight. I hope all women become informed so they protect our rights as Americans in this time of radical assault on our country.

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Carolyn B.

What a shame. Many wonderful actresses handed a poor script and poorly directed. The movie was a slap in the face to the women who fought for voting rights. It was presented in a cartoonish way that had little to do with the importance of the subject..

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Alfred P.

Wonderful movie, Hilary Swank was brilliant.

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Harvey K.

GREAT MOVIE. GREAT ACTING. WORTH WATCHING.

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    Terri M.

    I was very surprised with the quality of this movie. I thought this might be an interesting documentary on a very important part of history. Instead, a beautiful story line woven into an exquisitely acted film. Informational and highly recommended!

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    Bill D.

    HIGHTLY RECCOMEN as a man i will sayt this is a GREAT movie!!!! i never know women had it that hard it was a eye opener !!! i realy think this is a well done movie good acting by HILLARY . she become the women that all little girls should look up to . 50 stars it that good

    Yes   |   No

     
    Rhonda L.

    Inspiring...every woman should see. The contemporary music made me realize even though these women lived some decades ago, they were just like us. Our spirits thrive in the rights they fought for.

    Yes   |   No

     
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