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Screening Room:

Green

Mother’s Instinct/ Faithless

When a surrogate mother, on the verge of giving birth, is overcome by maternal
instincts, she is torn between her contractual obligations and her deep connection
to her unborn child.

Statement

“Mother’s Instinct” is a social impact film that explores the often-overlooked emotional realities of surrogacy and the complex ethical questions surrounding reproductive choices. By centering the experience of a surrogate mother, the film encourages audiences to look beyond legal agreements and consider the human relationships, emotional bonds, and personal sacrifices involved in the process.

Through Cecilia’s journey, the film raises awareness about the psychological and emotional challenges that can arise during surrogacy, fostering empathy and dialogue around a topic that is frequently discussed in clinical or contractual terms. “Mother’s Instinct” invites viewers to reflect on themes of motherhood, bodily autonomy, identity, and the difficult decisions people make out of love, ultimately promoting a deeper understanding of the human experiences behind reproductive arrangements.

Cast and Crew

Cecilia Rodriguez Elena Rojas Taylor Cooper Marine De Vachon Douglas Cooper Ihar Makimau Dr. Michelle Lee Jane Xi CREW Writers Angelica Quiñonez & Tova Swartz Director Angelica Quiñonez Director Assistant Shante Jefferson Executive Producer Angelica Quiñonez Producers Angelica Quinonez, Deuce & Chloé Bataille Script Supervisors Gulim Sadigozha & Dre Carr Cinematographer Austin Tremblay Production Designer Hao Hao Gaffer Sharath Yerra Key Grip Joseph Contreras Production Sound Mixer César Fión Góngora Music Composer Belén Vivero Score Mixer Alek Palmersmith Editor Frank Zanella, Angelica Quiñonez Sound Editor Alberto Anaya

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