Writing Hawa (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 8.7
Released in 2025, Writing Hawa is a documentary film directed by Najiba Noori, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Afghan documentary maker Najiba Noori offers not only a loving and intimate portrait of her mother Hawa, but also shows in detail how the arduous improvement of the position of women is undone by geopolitical violence. The film follows the fortunes of Noori’s family, who belong to the Hazaras, an ethnic group that has suffered greatly from discrimination and persecution.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.7/10, Writing Hawa sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Writing Hawa page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Writing Hawa (2025)?
- In US, Writing Hawa is available to stream on OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Writing Hawa worth watching?
- Writing Hawa holds an audience score of 8.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Writing Hawa released?
- Writing Hawa was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.