Capitana Partera

About This Movie

Capitana Partera, while directed by an unknown hand, unfurls in a way that feels intimate and deeply personal. It captures Lupita Galarza's journey, a retired military officer turned midwife, as she confronts the harsh realities of obstetric violence in hospitals with a tender yet fierce resolve. The film's pacing is deliberate, allowing the viewer to soak in the gravity of her mission. There’s a raw honesty in the way it presents traditional midwifery, showcasing not just the act of childbirth but the holistic nurturing of mothers. The atmosphere is filled with warmth but also an undercurrent of urgency, and you can feel Lupita’s passion radiating through the screen. A unique exploration of care and empowerment, it’s distinctive in its portrayal of midwifery as a form of resistance and community support.

Intimate portrayal of midwiferyFocus on community and empowermentAddresses serious themes of obstetric violence