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Matrescence
2026·3m·★ 0.0
French original
A woman sends a voice memo to a friend about the unexpected upheavals of her transition to motherhood. Matrescence blends visual exploration with scientific insight to examine the neurological, identity and cellular transformations that occur during pregnancy. A bold, intimate short film that illuminates the immense power of this journey.
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A real-world choice where the subject itself is the reason to press play, making curiosity and context part of the experience.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want to leave a watch with something concrete to think about or learn from.
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Light commitment · 3m
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