Washing Our Hands

About This Movie

Washing Our Hands is a stark documentary that dives deep into the troubling world of hospital-acquired infections in Hungary. The film, birthed from the Semmelweis Project by Direkt36, presents a raw and unflinching look at both the human cost and systemic failures within healthcare. The tone is somber, almost haunting, with a pacing that feels deliberate, allowing the weight of each revelation to settle. It feels less like a typical documentary and more like an investigative exposé, spotlighting real stories and data. The lack of a known director lends a certain anonymity that feels fitting for the subject—it's about the issue, not the filmmaker. This work is distinctive in how it merges an emotional narrative with hard-hitting facts, leaving a lingering sense of urgency.

Investigative journalism at its coreFocus on real human storiesHighlighting systemic healthcare issues