Movie

Birth Rites (1977)

• January 1, 1977
• 53m

• Documentary

Overview

Birth Rites documents Julia Lauder giving birth at home surrounded by her family. Her film focuses on women’s agency during homebirth in contrast to some women’s experiences in a hospital setting. It shows the value of physical and psychological support during labour, and the importance of touch in establishing bonds with newborns directly after birth.

Director

Robina Rose

Starring

Julia Lauder