

Movie·2024·1h 45m
Love Alone Can't Make a Child
Filmed over 10 years, Love Alone Can’t Make a Child is an intimate portrait of two women, their love, and their determined efforts to fulfil their shared desire to have a child despite immense challenges.
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Germany
Language
German
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Original title: Der Wunsch
Love Alone Can’t Make a Child chronicles the love story and emotional odyssey of Maria and Christiane who, for over a decade, have been trying to fulfil their desire of giving birth to a child of their own. The director, a childhood friend of Maria, lovingly narrates the couple's journey, showcasing their resilience in the face of ever-increasing challenges, and the intricate dynamics of a relationship under tremendous strain. More than anything else, the film continually pursues what love truly means in a long-term romantic relationship.
Producer
Stefan Kloos, Anja Dziersk
Editor
Jana Dugnus
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