Ruza Wenclawska — Iron Jawed Angels Character Profile

About Ruza Wenclawska

A Polish immigrant suffragist and dedicated NWP member who participates in the Silent Sentinels picketing. She endures the harsh conditions and force-feeding at Occoquan Workhouse alongside the core leadership.

Ruza Wenclawska — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Vera Farmiga

Appears in

Iron Jawed Angels (2004)

Role

Protagonist

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