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V-Day - Until the Violence Stops

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Whether you have seen The Vagina Monologues in person or not, this documentary covers the global impact of these performances as a way to increase awareness about, and encourage active solutions to, men's violence against women. The film follows the growth of The Vagina Monologues in 5 communities all over the world (the U.S., the Philippines, and Kenya). This is a powerful film--you will be changed after watching it.

A must see for any fan of the Vagina Monologues. After seeing this documentary, I brought it to my VM cast and shared it with my co-performers. This video not only brings violence against women into a powerful light, but it also brings a fuller perspective to the impact of activism, especially the Vagina Monologues. This DVD is better than the original television broadcast with special updates about some of the global VDay beneficiaries.
An astounding show which will bring you to tears, bring you momentous joys, and will challenge you to be a part of the action to help come together as we end violence.

This documentary was a spectacular example of what ordinary women can do when they unite and are determined to change the world around them. I also applaud the women in the film with their candor and honesty. When I showed this film, many of the responses I got were amazed that famous women had experienced abuse. I think it is great for "ordinary" women to discover that even "famous" women have their obstacles and struggles.

I love Eve Ensler and most of what she does, but I did not find this to be well put together. I still would keep it in my library, but I was somewhat disappoionted in the presentation.

As an elderly victim-survivor-celebrant of incest, date rape and third generation of domestic violence, I speak of personal knowledge of what assistance can accomplish. This is the most inspiring of all the V-Day publications. Viewing the struggles world-wide of abused women AND the successful efforts to renew and empower them ~ is worth ten times the price of this. I have shared it with ten women (so far) who knew nothing of Eve Ensler. It has become my mission. I am proud to own and share this publication and DVD.

I attended the Vagina Monologues the first time it came to town around 2002. I brought an older woman friend with me as her birthday gift. We laughed, we cried, we were moved, we were changed. I felt empowered, despite the fact I was already vocal about women's issues prior to that.

Now, I have just watched the VDAY video and was moved even more. It touches on many issues, venues, and countries with moving snippets. I would have liked to see even more of the Vagina Monologues, but can't complain after seeing so much more overall, than I expected. Great pieces on Agnes who runs the safehouse for FGM refugees and the women of Afghanistan, to name a few.

Nothing should be left behind, so the special features need to be viewed as well. This DVD should be required viewing for all high school students in order to break the cycle of violence against women, before it can continue.

Thank you Eve Ensler for speaking on women's behalf and creating the synergy to affect change.

I've seen this movie multiple times now and I take something away every time. Very well done!

A good look at what the V-Day program is all about. A little highly priced for what you get but a worthwhile viewing if you are interested in grass roots and NGO efforts to help stop violence against women. The proceeds also go to a worthwhile cause. I knew little about the program and was impressed with the efforts to raise money and awareness. It was a well done documentary and inspiring to see the efforts of some women in difficult situations. I recommend this DVD to anyone who is interested in helping to stop the worldwide epidemic knows as violence against women.