100 minutes / Color
French / English subtitles
Release: 2024
Copyright: 2023
After five years of dedicated learning in the noble profession of midwifery – often hailed as “the most beautiful job in the world” – Louise (Héloïse Janjaud) and Sofia (Khadija Kouyaté) are embarking on their professional journey, bracing themselves for substantial responsibilities. In a world that operates at a frenetic pace, they navigate the delicate realms of birth, motherhood, and occasionally, the solemnity of death. The question lingers: will their profound calling endure the tumultuous storm they are about to face?
“A realistic and moving immersion into delivery rooms.” —Le Figaro
“From the daily lives of midwives, director Léa Fehner creates a remarkable film where emotions, tensions, and joys are always intertwined with reality.” —Le Dauphiné Libéré
“A remarkable film.” —Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace
“An exploration of the human condition, a celebration of unsung heroes, and a call to appreciate better and support those who devote their lives to helping others. The nuanced performances of Khadija Kouyaté and Héloïse Janjaud infuse the film with authenticity.” —Overly Honest Reviews
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