The Last Partera

About This Movie

The Last Partera really dives into the heartbeat of rural Costa Rica, where a 95-year-old midwife passes down her craft amid a backdrop of shifting birthing rights. The film captures this delicate, intergenerational bond, blending intimate interviews with beautifully shot rural landscapes. You can feel the weight of tradition in every frame, but there's also this palpable tension as the younger women grapple with their autonomy over childbirth. The pacing is steady, almost meditative, which fits the subject matter perfectly, allowing the audience to reflect on the themes of choice and empowerment. It’s not flashy; instead, it relies on raw human emotion and the authenticity of its subjects. It’s a unique slice of life that showcases both resilience and the urgency of feminist discourse in medicine.

Documentary on midwifery and women's rightsFocuses on intergenerational wisdomFeatures stunning rural cinematography