Love Alone Can't Make a Child

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Love Alone Can't Make a Child (2024)

Directed by Judith Beuth

“Filmed over 10 years, Love Alone Can’t Make a Child is an intimate portrait of two women, their love, and their determined efforts to fulfil their shared desire to have a child despite immense challenges.”

Documentary · 1h 45m

Love Alone Can’t Make a Child chronicles the love story and emotional odyssey of Maria and Christiane who, for over a decade, have been trying to fulfil their desire of giving birth to a child of their own. The director, a childhood friend of Maria, lovingly narrates the couple's journey, showcasing their resilience in the face of ever-increasing challenges, and the intricate dynamics of a relationship under tremendous strain. More than anything else, the film continually pursues what love truly means in a long-term romantic relationship.

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Crew

Director
Judith Beuth
Writer
Judith Beuth
Editor
Jana Dugnus
Producer
Stefan Kloos, Anja Dziersk

Details

Original title
Der Wunsch
Release date
2024-03-14
Runtime
1h 45m
Genres
Documentary
Original language
DE
Spoken languages
German
Countries
Germany, Norway
Production
Kloos & Co., Mattima Films, ZDF