Brazen Hussies 2020

Overview

Brazen Hussies is a 2020 Australian documentary feature film directed by Catherine Dwyer. The film records the history of the Women’s Liberation Movement in Australia during the early period of second-wave feminism, specifically covering the years between 1965 and 1975. This documentary explores a revolutionary chapter in Australian history by documenting how a diverse group of women joined forces to defy the status quo and demand equality. To illustrate these efforts and the resulting social change, the film interweaves fresh archival footage, personal photographs, and various pieces of memorabilia. Additionally, the production features personal accounts from activists located throughout Australia who participated in the movement, sometimes at great personal cost. The film highlights the contributions of several individuals, including Elizabeth Reid, Anne Summers, and Pat O'Shane. By examining this era, the documentary showcases the women who defined one of the most significant social movements of the 20th century. The project involved a production team including producers, cinematographers, a composer, an editor, and sound department staff.