Scarves of History

This documentary highlights the connection between the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo in Argentina and the Mothers of Peace in Turkey. Despite being separated by thousands of kilometers, both groups share a common struggle against state violence and the quest for justice. Nora Cortiñas, a key figure in the Argentine movement, travels to the Kurdish region of Turkey to meet with the Saturday Mothers, who draw inspiration from the Argentine mothers' fight.

The film delves into themes of resilience, solidarity, and the impact of state terrorism on families. It offers a powerful reflection on the ways in which different cultures confront similar issues of loss and grief. Collectors of documentary films may find interest in how it connects two distinct yet similar narratives of maternal activism across continents.