Maidens
Directed by Jeni Thornley
Maidens(1978) is an autobiographical essay film, using personal archives, still and moving image, from both domestic and other sources, lyrical narration and emotive music to trace the filmmaking journey of one feminist (the filmmaker herself). Almost four years in the making, Maidens picked up local and international short film awards and became compulsory viewing in women and film courses around the country -- where it sparked much impassioned debate. It remains essential viewing for an enhanced understanding of the moment of awakened consciousness that characterised 1970s feminism.
Crew
Producer
Studio ranking
See where Maidens lands among the top-ranked movies associated with Australian Film Commission.
Open best australian film commission movies
Language ranking
See how Maidens compares with other top-ranked English history movies.
Open best english history movies
More like this
Explore public related-title picks for viewers looking for movies like Maidens.
Open movies like Maidens
Where to watch
Open the answer-first viewing guide for Maidens, including current streaming, rental, and purchase options.
Open where to watch Maidens