Fistula: A Short Film Script by Koritha Mitchell

Fistula is a devastating childbirth injury that affects millions of women worldwide. It is caused by prolonged labor, which can lead to the formation of a hole between the vagina and the bladder or rectum. This hole can cause incontinence, pain, and social isolation.

Short Film Script : Fistula

by Koritha Mitchell

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1161 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	16 pages
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Koritha Mitchell's short film script, Fistula, tells the story of a young woman named Amina who is living with fistula. Amina is a strong and determined woman, but her life has been turned upside down by this injury. She is ostracized by her community and struggles to provide for herself and her children.

Fistula is a powerful and moving film script that shines a light on this hidden health crisis. It is a story of hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit.

Characters

• Amina: A young woman who is living with fistula.
• Dr. Diallo: A fistula surgeon who is dedicated to helping women like Amina.
• Fatima: Amina's best friend.
• Hassan: Amina's husband.

Setting

Fistula is set in a rural village in Niger. The village is poor and there is little access to healthcare.

Plot

The film opens with Amina in labor. She is in a lot of pain and she is afraid. Her husband, Hassan, is by her side, but he is helpless to ease her pain.

After a long and difficult labor, Amina gives birth to a baby boy. However, the birth has left her with a fistula. Amina is incontinent and she is in constant pain. She is ashamed of her condition and she withdraws from her community.

One day, Amina meets Dr. Diallo, a fistula surgeon who is visiting the village. Dr. Diallo tells Amina that she can help her. Amina is hesitant at first, but she eventually agrees to have surgery.

The surgery is a success and Amina is cured of her fistula. She is overjoyed and she is finally able to return to her normal life.

Themes

Fistula explores a number of important themes, including:

* The devastating effects of childbirth injuries * The importance of access to healthcare * The power of the human spirit

Impact

Fistula has been screened at film festivals around the world and it has won numerous awards. The film has also been used to raise awareness of fistula and to advocate for better access to healthcare for women.

Fistula is a powerful and moving film that shines a light on a hidden health crisis. It is a story of hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit.

Short Film Script : Fistula

by Koritha Mitchell

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1161 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	16 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE