Drama
United States of America
Materna is a drama film directed by David Gutnik and stars Kate Lyn Sheil, Jade Eshete, Assol Abdullina, and Lindsay Burdge. The film follows the lives of Jean, Mona, Ruth, and Perizad, who are all dealing with various challenges in their lives. Jean is a VR software developer, who is experiencing real-life consequences while working in virtual reality. Mona is a struggling actress from Harlem, who is trying to reconcile with her estranged Jehovah's witness mother. Ruth is a mother, who is concerned that she has created a monster with her son. Perizad is a Kyrgyz immigrant, who returns to her homeland to bury the last male member of her family.
The four women are connected by an incident on the New York City subway, where they each confront their own fears and challenges. They are all struggling with their own lives while trying to be the best mothers they can be. The film explores the complexities of motherhood, including the pressure to be perfect, and the sacrifices that women make for their children.
Materna is a powerful film that delves into the lives of four women who are dealing with real-life issues. The film is a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges of motherhood, and the ways in which women navigate through life while trying to be the best mothers they can be.
