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In 'Heredity', Flora, a 30-year-old French geneticist, confronts her family's history while sorting through her deceased parents' apartment. Her parents were dedicated Maoists active in the proletarian Left since the late 1960s, leaving Flora with a complex legacy. As she navigates their past, she must decide what aspects of their memory to preserve.
The film intertwines Flora's personal history with the wider effects of inherited beliefs and values. Through her analysis of genetic transmission, Flora reflects on her own identity and the influence of her parents' strong political convictions on her life.
Why Watch
- •Meet Flora, a geneticist facing her family's legacy.
- •See how Maoist beliefs shaped Flora's upbringing.
- •Find out what Flora decides to preserve from her parents.
Did You Know
•Flora is 30 years old and a geneticist.
•Her parents were Maoists since the late 1960s.
•The film has a duration of 59 minutes.
•The documentary was produced in France.
Perfect For
French political historyGenetics and identityMaoist ideology