Mher Torjyan The film, Half the Sky, written by Michelle Ferrari was a documentary about the oppression of women throughout the world. The man reporting named Nicholas Kristof visited a wide array of countries and regions ranging from Africa to the Pacific Islands. In addition, the film had a serious tone which was enhanced with the camera work and sound production that lead to the setting of the film.
The emotions of these women were captured through close up shots. As their faces overflow with emotions without any sound you can visualize the suffering these women. To solidify the feelings, the questions asked during the interviews were forthright and to the point. Kristof does not beat around the bush when inquiring about their griefs