Ona Friesen

Ona Friesen is a fictional character who appears in the 2022 film Women Talking. She serves as the protagonist of the film. This character is portrayed by Rooney Mara.
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== Throughout Women Talking ==
Ona is one of the central characters in the film. She is a young woman who plays a significant role in the film's unfolding events. Ona, along with other women and girls in an isolated Mennonite colony, becomes a victim of sexual assault, and her character is deeply affected by this traumatic experience.
Amid the revelations of the male members of the colony using livestock tranquilizer to subdue and assault the women, Ona is portrayed as a strong-willed individual who is determined to address the situation. During a pivotal moment in the film, Ona suggests that the women should stay and fight to bring about change, emphasizing the need to create new rules that would grant women equality within the colony.
It is revealed that Ona is pregnant as a result of the assault, further intensifying her determination to confront the injustice and fight for a better future. Her character embodies resilience and a desire for justice and equality within the community.
Additionally, there is a complex dynamic between Ona and August, the colony's schoolteacher. They share a history of friendship and a deeper emotional connection, with August harboring romantic feelings for Ona. However, Ona believes that marrying August would alter her true self and therefore refuses his proposal.
As the film unfolds, Ona's character undergoes significant development, and her choices play a pivotal role in the collective decisions made by the women of the colony. Her determination to create a better future and her resilience in the face of adversity are key aspects of her character.
== Appearances ==
*Women Talking (2022)
Category:Characters
Category:Women Talking characters
Category:Characters portrayed by Rooney Mara