Women and the Guards (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film
Released in 2009, Women and the Guards is a notable film directed by Una Celma.
What it’s about. A portrait of female prisoners and their guards in Afghanistan, showing parallel lives - the lives of the female prisoners, the life of the warden of the women’s prison, as well as the foreign advisors. The film shows the interplay of various levels of imprisonment. One level is the women themselves, the other is the strict and repressive rules for Afghan women, and yet another is the security threat of the outside world perceived by the advisors.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Women and the Guards page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Women and the Guards (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Women and the Guards change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- When was Women and the Guards released?
- Women and the Guards was released in 2009.