Healers, Midwives, Witches

About This Movie

Healers, Midwives, Witches is quite the piece, really. It blurs the lines between documentary and art, weaving together personal narratives and archival footage in a way that’s both intimate and expansive. The pacing is reflective, almost meditative, letting you sit with these stories and the weight of history. There’s a rawness to the conversations, especially with the filmmaker’s family, that grounds the film in real emotion. And the visuals? Those engravings from London add a haunting quality, connecting past and present. It's not just about healthcare traditions; it dives into the societal perceptions of women as healers and witches. You can feel the atmosphere shift as it navigates these themes. Definitely distinctive.

Experimental documentary styleFocus on women's roles in healingPersonal family narratives intertwined with history