Submission: Part I (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2004, Submission: Part I is a drama film directed by Theo van Gogh, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. The film tells the story of four fictional characters played by a single actress wearing a veil, but clad in a see-through chador, her naked body painted with verses from the Koran. The characters are Muslim women who have been abused in various ways. The film contains monologues of these women and dramatically highlights three verses of the Koran that give authority to men over women, by showing them painted on women’s bodies.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Submission: Part I has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Submission: Part I page.
If you liked it. Fans of Submission: Part I tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Submission: Part I (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Submission: Part I change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Submission: Part I worth watching?
- Submission: Part I holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Submission: Part I released?
- Submission: Part I was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.