Women of Peace: a Journey into the War
Synopsis:
The film follows Israeli and Palestinian women who choose to work together toward a long-term solution – at a time when promoting peace is often seen as an act of betrayal. Through their eyes, the film reveals the personal price of their choices and the often invisible toll that war takes on women’s lives
Producer: Sylvie Brenet
Director: Keren Shayo
Country: France, Belgium, Israel
Expected running: 52′-70′
Estimated budget: 270,000€
Financing in place: 35,000€
Missing resources: 235,000€
Looking for: Pre-purchase, Distribution, Co-production, Sales Agent
Start of shooting: May 2025
End of shooting: December 2026
Director’s Notes:
As a mother of two and a feminist, the war in Gaza has shaken me to my core. Women’s voices and feminist gains feel erased. Women are pushed back into traditional roles – caring for the wounded, losing homes, excluded from decisions made by men. The atrocities, especially against women and children, are unbearable. This film is born from deep pain but also hope: to amplify the voices of women silenced by war, not just as victims but as powerful agents of peace and change.
Production Notes:
Since October 7, we’ve been moved by the strength of women facing war with courage and resilience. Their story inspired this feminist, international documentary. We’ve begun filming, with RTBF on board and ARTE in talks. Co-produced by Alma Films and supported by Doc Up Fund, we aim to follow three women over a year. With global reach and an impact campaign in development, we seek international funding to complete and deliver by late 2026.
DIRECTOR'S BIOGRAPHY
Keren Shayo, Israeli documentary filmmaker, explores social and political issues. Her award-winning film Sound of Torture (Yes Docu, Netflix, ARTE) exposed refugee torture camps and won multiple prizes, including the Israeli Academy Award. Her later works address sexual assault (After Midnight) and gentrification (A Guide to Gentrification) in Jaffa.
CV PRODUCTION
Founded in 2016 by producer Sylvie Brenet, Les Films du Sillage produces bold, socially engaged documentaries. With creative freedom, strong authorial vision, and formal innovation, the company explores contemporary social and political challenges with a commitment to reaching diverse audiences.
PRODUCTION Les Films du Village | PRODUCER Sylvie Brenet | CONTATTI sylvie.b@lesfilmsdusillage.fr