Film Lens
Capitana Partera focuses on Lupita Galarza, a retired military officer and nurse who practices traditional midwifery in Guadalajara. Galarza aims to provide an alternative to obstetric violence often experienced in hospitals. Her work is not limited to childbirth; she also offers emotional support and care, transforming the lives of the women she assists.
The film presents Galarza as a mother figure and friend to her clients, emphasizing the importance of community and personal connection in midwifery. Through her dedication to folk medicine and traditional practices, Galarza challenges the norms of modern obstetrics and advocates for a more compassionate approach to childbirth.
Why Watch
- •Meet Lupita Galarza, a unique midwife in Guadalajara.
- •Find out about alternatives to hospital childbirth.
- •See how traditional midwifery transforms lives.
Did You Know
•Lupita Galarza is a retired military officer and nurse.
•The film is directed by Lizzie Hernández.
•Capitana Partera has a duration of 30 minutes.
•Galarza operates in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Perfect For
Midwifery enthusiastsFolk medicine advocatesHealthcare professionals