FEAR WOMAN (1971) | Rare Documentary on Ghanaian Women

FEAR WOMAN (1971) is a United Nations documentary examining the changing roles and influence of women in Ghana during the early 1970s. The film follows three prominent Ghanaian women: Esther Ocloo, entrepreneur and founder of a major food-processing business; Justice Annie Jiagge, one of Ghana’s pioneering female judges; and Nana Okosampa VI, a traditional ruler. Through their lives and experiences, the documentary explores women’s roles in business, leadership, traditional authority and Ghanaian society. Produced by the United Nations, Fear Woman was made in colour and runs for approximately 28 minutes. Contemporary records credit Elspeth MacDougall as director and Gilbert Lauzun as executive producer. This upload is shared by Ghanaian Museum for historical, cultural and educational purposes, helping preserve and rediscover important audiovisual records of Ghana’s past. Film: Fear Woman Year: 1971 Country: Ghana / United States Genre: Documentary Production: United Nations Director: Elspeth MacDougall Featuring: Esther Ocloo, Justice Annie Jiagge, Nana Okosampa VI Runtime: Approximately 28 minutes Original film rights remain with the respective rights holder(s). Ghanaian Museum does not claim ownership of the original production. Follow Ghanaian Museum for more rare films, archival footage and stories from Ghana’s history.