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Documentary 'Silenced' Uncovers Defamation's Impact on Women

1/23/2026

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The documentary "Silenced" premieres at the Sundance Film Festival and examines how defamation laws silence women speaking out about gender-based violence.
Selina Miles directs the film.
The film draws on Jennifer Robinson's book "Silenced Women."
It features Amber Heard's cases against Johnny Depp and explores the impact on free speech.

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Story summary

The documentary "Silenced" premieres at the Sundance Film Festival and examines how defamation laws silence women speaking out about gender-based violence.
Selina Miles directs the film.
The film draws on Jennifer Robinson's book "Silenced Women."
It features Amber Heard's cases against Johnny Depp and explores the impact on free speech.