The Trouble with Being Born is a 2020 Austrian science-fiction drama film directed by Sandra Wollner. The main character of the film is a humanoid robot named Elli who lives with a man she calls her father in a secluded house in the countryside. The man seems to have created Elli to replace his daughter who died in a car accident.
Throughout the film, we see Elli and her "father" engaging in strange and unsettling routines, such as swimming in the pool together and sleeping in the same bed. It becomes clear that Elli is designed to look and behave like a child, which adds to the disturbing nature of their relationship.
One day, Elli starts to experience strange and inexplicable feelings, causing her to wander off into the woods alone. She is eventually found by a group of children, who mistake her for a lost child. Elli becomes fascinated with the children and begins to follow them around, trying to understand their world.
As the film progresses, we learn more about Elli's true nature and the reasons behind her creation. We also see the man struggling to come to terms with his loss and the consequences of his actions.
The Trouble with Being Born is a slow-burning and thought-provoking film that explores complex themes such as loss, memory, and identity. It has been praised for its stunning visuals and atmospheric soundtrack, as well as its compelling performances from its cast. The film has also sparked controversy and debate due to its provocative subject matter.