Midwives
2023, France, 100 min – Drama, Coming of Age
In French with English Subtitles
Synopsis
After five years of dedicated learning in the noble profession of midwifery – often hailed as “the most beautiful job in the world” – Louise and Sofia 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?
Directed by
Léa Fehner
Cast
Khadija KOUYATE, Héloïse JANJAUD , Myriem AKHEDDIOU, Quentin VERNEDE, Tarik KARIOUH
Reactions
This captivating fiction introduces the joys and challenges of two young women faced with this highly responsible profession. 20 Minutes
A remarkable film. Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace
We applaud the performance of the entire cast. Femme Actuelle
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 realistic and moving immersion into delivery rooms. Le Figaro
By subtly blending fictional narrative and documentary fragments, ‘Midwifes’ delivers a powerful socio-political message. Les Fiches du Cinéma
