Wise Women
- Documentary
Midwives usually attend more than a thousand births in their lifetime, be it in hospitals, at birth centers, or in homes. The personal stories of midwives from Ethiopia to Brazil, Austria to Nepal, and Morocco become a mirror that reflects the political and economic situation of women, their status, and demands in society, from the perspective of these wise women who are the first to see us in this world.
Wise Women is a documentary that follows midwives from Ethiopia, Brazil, Austria, Nepal, and Morocco, exploring their personal stories and the broader political and economic realities facing women worldwide. Released on January 23, 2026, the film uses the experiences of these healthcare workers—who witness over a thousand births in their lifetimes—to examine women's status and societal demands across different cultures and regions.
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When was Wise Women released?
Wise Women was released on January 23, 2026.
What is Wise Women about?
The documentary follows midwives from Ethiopia, Brazil, Austria, Nepal, and Morocco, sharing their personal stories and perspectives on women's roles, status, and demands in their societies. It examines how midwives—who attend thousands of births in hospitals, birth centers, and homes—reflect the political and economic conditions affecting women globally.
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