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In a Georgian village, where the wind whispers secrets in desolate landscapes, midwife Nina walks a fine line between duty and rebellion. She carries out abortions in secret, silently fighting the system that seeks to control women’s bodies. When a baby dies during one of her deliveries, a dark shadow falls over Nina. An investigation begins, revealing the hidden fears of a community teetering between change and tradition.
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“With her masterful use of long takes, shot compositions that could make any horror filmmaker envious, and atmospheric sound design, Dea Kulumbegashvili creates a palpable sense of tension and unease. Using radical forms, the director portrays the illusion of modernity – a supposedly advanced medical system juxtaposed with the prejudices of a conservative society, superstition, and men’s desire to control women’s bodies. April is a viscous meditation on sexuality, social pressure, and women’s struggle for the right to decide for themselves.” (Programme curator Karolis Žukas)
Awards
World PremiereVenice Film Festival, Competition Program, 2024.- Special Jury PrizeVenice Film Festival, 2024
- Best Film Award"Zabaltegi-Tabakalera" Competition, San Sebastián Film Festival, 2024
Credentials
- DirectingDea Kulumbegashvili
- The scriptDea Kulumbegashvili
- PlaysIa Sukhitashvili, Kakha Kintsurashvili, Merab Ninidze
- AssemblyJacopo Ramella Pajrin
- CameraArseni Khachaturan
- MusicMatthew Herbert
- ProducingIlan Amouyal, David Zerat, Luca Guadagnino, Francesco Melzi d'Eril, Gabriele Moratti, Alexandra Rossi, Archil Gelovani
- TranslationEdvardas Vaišvila
- DialoguesGeorgian
- SubtitlesLithuanian
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