To Be a Woman Soldier

Overview

The film shows through the life stories of two women soldiers in their final month of service, the role of the Israeli woman in the army and in civilian life. The women, entering the Israeli army with hopes of actively defending their country, soon realize that all combat jobs or jobs that might bring them near combat are closed to women. The film explores the myth of equality between the sexes based on the fact that there is compulsory service for both men and women in Israel. The filmmaker also examines the case of Miri Dayan who had to fight against heavy odds to become the first woman Commander of the Women's Tank instructors course. Head of Women Corps, Colonel Dalia Raz and other prominent women give some hope for a better future for women in Israel.