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200799 minPGdocumentary

6.1/ 10(14 ratings)• TMDB

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Le Premier Cri

200799 minPGdocumentary

6.1/ 10(14 ratings)• TMDB

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Over 100 births from various cultures and regions are depicted, illustrating the diverse practices surrounding childbirth worldwide.

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Gilles de Maistre

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Over 100 births from various cultures and regions are depicted, illustrating the diverse practices surrounding childbirth worldwide.

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Gilles de Maistredirector

Gilles de Maistrewriter

Marie-Claire Javoywriter

Isabella Ferraricast

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In a rural village in France, a midwife assists a mother during a home birth, surrounded by family and tradition. "Le Premier Cri" captures the diverse practices of childbirth across various cultures and regions. From the bustling hospitals of Germany to the serene landscapes of Africa, the film presents intimate moments of labor and delivery. It features interviews with healthcare professionals and families, revealing the rituals and beliefs that shape the experience of bringing new life into the world.

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See unique childbirth practices from around the world.
Meet families sharing their birth stories.
Find out how culture shapes the experience of birth.

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The film was released in 2007 and has a duration of 99 minutes.
It features births from various cultures around the world.
The documentary is produced in France and available in French and German.

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Cultural anthropologyChildbirth educationGlobal health

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What year was Le Premier Cri released?

Le Premier Cri was released in 2007.

How long is the documentary Le Premier Cri?

The duration of Le Premier Cri is 99 minutes.

In which countries was Le Premier Cri produced?

Le Premier Cri was produced in France.

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