The Feminist Library
The Feminist Library

The Feminist Library

2016Movie29 minEnglish

The Feminist Library: A Short Film was made in support of the Save the Feminist Library Campaign, documenting a crucial moment in the library's herstory as it fights for its very survival. Shortlisted for the Women's History Network Community Prize, the film revisits the story of the library's inception and emphasises why feminism remains essential today.

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users90%
Director: Erica von TrappGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the history and significance of The Feminist Library, an organization dedicated to preserving feminist literature and history. It highlights the efforts of women who established and maintained this vital resource, showcasing its impact on feminist movements and scholarship. The film delves into the challenges faced and the triumphs achieved in safeguarding feminist voices for future generations.

Critical Reception

The Feminist Library received positive reviews, with critics praising its timely subject matter and thorough exploration of the library's importance. Audiences appreciated its focus on archival preservation and the power of women's stories.

What Reviewers Say

  • A vital and necessary documentary celebrating a crucial feminist institution.
  • Offers an inspiring look at the power of archiving and collective action.
  • The film effectively conveys the enduring relevance of feminist thought and history.

Google audience: Viewers lauded the documentary for its informative content and its tribute to the Feminist Library. Many found it inspiring and important for understanding feminist history.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Sundance Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The documentary features interviews with some of the original founders of The Feminist Library, offering firsthand accounts of its establishment in the 1970s.

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