Ten minutes that'll make you rethink everything you 'know' about choice.
This film shows the work done by the "socorristas" feminist network. Through informative talks and stories about the actions of emotional containment these women have with others who need support, it seeks to eliminate the stigmas on abortions while also bringing out the reality of the clandestine abortion.
Direction
Two directors, one unflinching gaze. No performative pity.
Production
Shot in actual safe houses. The danger is real and present.
Director
Eugenia Mahieu
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The 'socorrista' model born in Argentina spread across Latin America; this film documents the network before legalization made global headlines.
Directors used encrypted communication for months to build trust—some participants still face prosecution.
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