He Named Me Malala

He Named Me Malala

One child, one teacher, one book and one pen can change the world.

Directed by Davis Guggenheim

Produced by Participant, Image Nation Abu Dhabi

201587 min6.7 / 10

An inspiring biographical documentary about a young activist's fight for girls' education despite Taliban violence, balancing dark historical trauma with profound hope and resilience.

A look at the events leading up to the Taliban's attack on the young Pakistani school girl, Malala Yousafzai, for speaking out on girls' education and the aftermath, including her speech to the United Nations.

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  • Does He Named Me Malala end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.

  • Is He Named Me Malala sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is He Named Me Malala scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Is He Named Me Malala easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

  • Is He Named Me Malala violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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