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Girls State is a 2024 American documentary directed by Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine, the filmmakers behind Boys State. It follows teenage participants at Missouri Girls State, an educational program in which students organize parties, campaign for office, and construct a mock state government. The film examines political ambition, civic education, reproductive rights, journalism, and differences between the girls' and boys' programs.
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What does Girls State follow?
Girls State follows teenage participants at Missouri Girls State as they form political parties, campaign for office, and build a mock state government. It is a 2024 American documentary.
Who directed Girls State?
Girls State was directed by Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine. They also made Boys State, the related documentary about teenage boys taking part in a similar civic program.
Is Girls State a sequel to Boys State?
It is a companion film rather than a direct fictional sequel. Both documentaries examine student political programs, with Girls State focusing on participants at Missouri Girls State.
What do students do at Missouri Girls State?
Participants organize parties, campaign for offices, and construct a mock state government. The film observes how they handle political strategy, debate, leadership, and disagreement.
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