Summaries

An adaptation of Annie Ernaux's novel of the same name, looking back on her experience with abortion when it was still illegal in France in the 1960s.

This is the story of Anne, a young woman who decides to abort to finish her studies and escape the social constraints of a working-class family. France in 1963: a society that censures women's desires. And sex in general. This simple but cruel story follows the itinerary of a woman who decides to go against the law. Anne has only a little time before her. Her exams are just around the corner, and her baby bump is growing fast.

Details

Keywords
  • based on novel
  • pregnancy
  • unwanted pregnancy
  • abortion
  • illegal abortion
Genres
  • Drama
Release date Nov 23, 2021
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) R
Countries of origin France
Language French
Filming locations Université Paris-Saclay, campus d'Orsay - Orsay, Essonne, France
Production companies Wild Bunch France 3 Cinéma Rectangle Productions

Box office

Budget $5200000
Gross US & Canada $181023
Opening weekend US & Canada $33312
Gross worldwide $1577367

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 40m
Color Color
Aspect ratio 1.37 : 1

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