Love Alone Can't Make a Child
Der Wunsch
“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.”
Synopsis
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.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Europe on Screen
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Judith Beuth
- Screenplay & Story
- Judith Beuth
- Original Score
- Amund Ulvestad
- Original Title
- Der Wunsch
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Norway
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Kloos & Co., Mattima Films, ZDF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Judith Beuth
Judith Beuth
Amund Ulvestad
Jana Dugnus
Stefan Kloos, Anja Dziersk
Department Leadership Roster
Judith Beuth
Director
Stefan Kloos
Producer
Jana Dugnus
Editor
Anja Dziersk
Producer
Judith Beuth
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Love Alone Can't Make a Child.
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What is Love Alone Can't Make a Child about?
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.
Who directed Love Alone Can't Make a Child?
Love Alone Can't Make a Child was directed by Judith Beuth.
Who stars in Love Alone Can't Make a Child?
The principal cast of Love Alone Can't Make a Child includes Not specified.
When was Love Alone Can't Make a Child released and how long is it?
Love Alone Can't Make a Child was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Love Alone Can't Make a Child?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Love Alone Can't Make a Child was composed by Amund Ulvestad.