What: A worthy, uplifting/depressing biopic, this one about Waris Dirie. The film covers a lot of ground --- childhood in Somalia, flight from an arranged marriage, move to London, stint working at a McDonald's, unexpected modeling career, and focused social activism.
You might not like it if: You're thrown off balance because it tries to be a few too many things (deadly serious social commentary but also a feel-good story of transcending circumstances, plus occasional and inexplicable forays into broad comedy, etc.). I generally approve of the things it tries to be, though, so I'll allow it.
Also: Sally Hawkins! We love Sally Hawkins.
Connection to previous Wreckage: Desert Flower was part of Personal Wreck Week (List #1).
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