Tells the story of human evolution through the lens of menopause and shows that women, especially mature women should lead the world.

SYNOPSIS:

WISE WOMEN - WHY MENOPAUSE MATTERS explores the fundamental questions of why we have menopause in humans, and its pivotal role in our evolution. The film reveals how post-menopausal women’s leadership shaped humanity, unveiling The Wise Women Hypothesis. Then a misunderstanding changed everything 10,000 years ago paving the way for patriarchy. Join wife-and-husband duo, alongside comedian and activist Margaret Cho, as they uncover this unexpected story by speaking with doctors, scientists, anthropologists, and authors. Oscar-winning producer Jonathan Sanger keeps the narrative tight, with EP Madeline Di Nonno, from the Geena Davis Institute, ensuring the film’s message resonates and makes an impact.