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Deep Dive: Vierzehn (2013)

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Vierzehn
In Berlin, four 14-year-old girls—Laura, Fabienne, Lisa, and Steffi—navigate the realities of first love and unexpected pregnancies. The film presents their initial consideration of abortion as they face life-altering decisions. Ultimately, they choose to embrace motherhood, which sets the stage for the emotional and practical challenges they encounter in their daily lives. As the narrative unfolds, the documentary captures the profound impact of their choices on their futures during the early months after their babies are born. The film focuses on their experiences and the adjustments they must make as young mothers, providing an intimate look at their lives in a contemporary urban setting.

Why Watch

  • Meet young mothers navigating life in Berlin.
  • Follow Laura, Fabienne, Lisa, and Steffi's choices.
  • See the realities of teenage pregnancy firsthand.

Did You Know

The film features four girls: Laura, Fabienne, Lisa, and Steffi.
All four girls are 14 years old at the time of filming.
The documentary was directed by Cornelia Grünberg.
The film was produced in Germany in 2013.

Perfect For

Teenage pregnancy topicsContemporary urban lifeFemale-directed films