The Lady with the White Hat (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1997, The Lady with the White Hat is a documentary film directed by Aliona van der Horst, running about 47 minutes.
What it’s about. Documentary about the abuse of psychiatry for political purposes in the former Soviet Union. Hanna Michailenko, an Ukrainian schoolteacher from Odessa was locked up in a psychiatric ward from 1980 until 1988 for refusing to work for the Soviet Secret Service, the KGB.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Lady with the White Hat has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lady with the White Hat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lady with the White Hat tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lady with the White Hat (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lady with the White Hat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lady with the White Hat worth watching?
- The Lady with the White Hat holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Lady with the White Hat released?
- The Lady with the White Hat was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 47 minutes.