The Pains of Motherhood - ’Quo Vadis, Aida?’ (2020), ’Secrets & Lies’ (1996) & ’Autumn Sonata’ (1978)

Why is motherhood deeply profound? What are some of the terrifying aspects of motherhood? How should we confront a terrified mother? With the release of Quo Vadis, Aida? to Australian cinemas, this week's episode focuses on the more intense elements of motherhood and formulates some ways in which we can sympathise more with the people who gave life to us.

The Films:

Quo Vadis, Aida? (2020) directed by Jasmila Žbanić

Secrets & Lies (1996) directed by Mike Leigh

Autumn Sonata (1978) directed by Ingmar Bergman

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