Just Like a Woman (2012) is a heartfelt drama directed by Rachid Bouchareb, starring Sienna Miller and Golshifteh Farahani. The film follows the journey of two women from very different backgrounds who form an unexpected friendship as they escape their troubled lives in Chicago.
Sienna Miller plays Marilyn, a young woman whose marriage is falling apart and who dreams of becoming a professional belly dancer. Golshifteh Farahani portrays Mona, a North African immigrant facing personal and family struggles. The two meet by chance and decide to travel together across the United States, performing in belly dance competitions along the way.
Through their journey, Marilyn and Mona discover freedom, self-expression, and the power of solidarity. The film blends themes of female empowerment, cultural identity, and personal transformation, offering a touching portrait of resilience and friendship.
With its warm performances and moving storyline, Just Like a Woman is both an intimate road movie and a celebration of women finding their voices against the odds.
