Served Like A Girl

A candid look at a sisterhood of US Servicewomen who unite in the "Ms. Veteran America" competition.

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Series
Independent Lens
Premiere Date
May 28, 2018
Length
90 minutes
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    2017 Critics Choice Documentary Award-Best Song in a Documentary
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    Director

    Lysa Heslov

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    The Film

    Served Like a Girl is a powerful and poignant look at a group of diverse female veterans as they transition from active duty to civilian life after serving tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Struggling with PTSD, homelessness, and other traumas, these inspiring women find ways to adapt to the challenges they face through participation in the “Ms. Veteran America” competition.

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