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Baby Blues

Best Short Student Documentary Alannah McQuaid Sophie Lynch Ireland, Documentary, 00:08:02

Baby Blues follows Elena, a mother silently battling postnatal depression, shedding light on this widespread but often silent issue affecting almost 1 in 5 mothers in Ireland. The documentary offers hope and guidance, emphasising the importance of breaking the silence. It explores the emotional realities of the condition and motherhood in a broader sense, highlighting Elena’s resilience and the power of community, offering inspiration to those facing similar challenges.

Baby Blues
Film block: STUDENT DOCUMENTARY / PORTRAITS
Screening:
Palace of Culture Pernik, Hall 2
  • Language
  • Country Ireland
  • Genre Documentary
  • Cinematographer Maiya Rice
  • Producer Alannah McQuaid, Sophie Lynch
  • Music Oisin McKeogh
  • Editor Amy McFarland
  • Cast Elena Rafferty, Ellen Reidy
  • Year of creation 2024
  • Duration 00:08:02
Alannah McQuaid
Director Alannah McQuaid

Alannah is an Irish director/producer who has produced several short Independent films and documentaries, as well as working funded projects by the Arts Council. Alannah believes in creating visually engaging stories, with boundary pushing narratives.

Sophie Lynch
Director Sophie Lynch

Sophie is an Irish director/producer who has worked with numerous production companies on films funded by the likes of Screen Ireland and The Pitch Fund UK, which have been screened at festivals worldwide. Her interests lie in coming-of-age films, with a new interest in documentaries that focus on human connection.

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