A documentary about the Irish TV competition of the same name that aired from 1969–1995. The story of Ireland’s treatment of women evolves through the lens of this competition, which pitted housewives against each other for the title. Former contestants share their experiences, including lack of contraception, financial powerlessness and being consigned to Magdalene laundries, brutal asylums run by Catholic nuns to house “fallen women” which operated through much of the 20th century. Surprisingly, there’s humor and hope in this poignant story of a generation of resilient women and a country in transition. Winner Best Irish Feature Documentary at the Galway Film Fleadh
Ireland 2024 (77 minutes)
Sponsor: Jenn Fallon