Effigy: Poison and the City (2020)

Plot

Set in the German port city of Bremen in 1828, two disparate women navigate a society that marginalizes them both. One aspires to break barriers in law despite the exclusion of women from universities, while the other, with a troubled past, faces the consequences of her illegal choices. As they intersect, one struggles to find clarity, while the other fights desperately to maintain her freedom. Their stories reveal the harsh realities of their time, highlighting resilience and the quest for identity. Based on a compelling true story, this narrative underscores the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal world.