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Doaa el-Adl stands out as one of the most prominent female cartoonists in the Arab world. In this documentary, director Nada Riyadh delves into the position of Egyptian women in the public sphere and their freedom of expression.

In Idlib, we're introduced to pioneering female cartoonist Amany Al-Ali who empowers young women and challenges patriarchal systems with art. Amid personal exhaustion and trauma, she faces the tough choice of leaving her loved ones behind.

Artist Victoria Lomasko explores the link between domestic and state-sponsored violence in midst of an impending crisis. Having fled Russia in 2022, she embarked on a mural project depicting events since the protest-filled winter of 2021.

Rachita Taneja is the visual artist behind SANITARY PANELS, a webcomic renowned for its fearless socio-political commentary. In a climate of growing polarization and censorship, she faces a 'criminal contempt of court' case head-on.

Mar Maremoto is a vibrant force of queerness and punk energy. Through her dynamic and emotional artwork, she fearlessly delves into the profound impact of machismo, anguish of fat-shaming, and struggles of not conforming to societal norms.