Sylvie's Story (1986)

Name: Sylvie's Story
Director: Tina Horne
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1986
Cast: Holly Dressel, Michèle Magny

0h 28m IMDb

Documentary

This short film recreates the experience of Sylvie, a battered woman who seeks shelter in a Montréal transition house. Faced with the threat of violence, loneliness, the lack of financial resources or information about services, the victim is often understandably reluctant to seek help. Emphasizing the importance for women of speaking out, the film also points out the role of the transition house in putting victims of abuse in touch with appropriate legal and social services.