Based on true events about the foot soldiers of the early feminist movement, women who were forced underground to pursue a dangerous game of cat and mouse with an increasingly brutal State.
In 1912 London, Maud Watts, a young working-class woman, becomes involved in the burgeoning suffragette movement. Initially drawn in through her factory work, she witnesses firsthand the injustices faced by women and is inspired by the radical actions of activists like Emmeline Pankhurst. As she becomes more deeply committed, Maud risks her job, her family, and her freedom to fight for women's right to vote.
Suffragette was generally well-received by critics, who praised its powerful performances, historical significance, and emotional impact. While some noted the film's focus on a specific narrative and the inherent limitations in depicting such a vast movement, the overall sentiment was that it served as an important and moving tribute to the suffragettes' struggle.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's moving portrayal of the fight for women's suffrage and the sacrifices made by the activists. Many found the performances compelling and the historical context enlightening, though some wished for a more expansive view of the movement.
Nominated for Outstanding British Film at the BAFTA Awards.
The film features a scene where the suffragettes use the slogan "Deeds not words," which was a real motto of the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU).
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