A Wife Among Wives (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1981, A Wife Among Wives is a documentary film directed by David MacDougall, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. David and Judith MacDougall are exploring the marriage rituals and roles of Turkana women in this ethnographic documentary. The film's biggest part is taken up by talks between the Turkana people. As one of the first ethnographic documentaries "A Wife Among Wives" subtitles these talks so that the viewer can get a better and probably more personal understanding of the life of the Turkana.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, A Wife Among Wives 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 A Wife Among Wives page.
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- Where can I watch A Wife Among Wives (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Wife Among Wives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Wife Among Wives worth watching?
- A Wife Among Wives holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was A Wife Among Wives released?
- A Wife Among Wives was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.