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Incompatible (2022)
Director: Maxine Peake
Cast: Hayley Jayne Standing, Shobna Gulati, Carla Henry, Rakhee Sharma
Runtime15 min
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A childless woman is told that her longed for unborn baby is incompatible with life. Alone, with her conscience and unable to openly discuss her situation because of society’s stigma surrounding termination and the self- silencing of women concerning reproduction, she painfully decides the best way forward.
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Incompatible (2022), directed by Maxine Peake, is a poignant drama that has received positive critical reception for its sensitive exploration of a woman's difficult decision to terminate a pregnancy due to an unviable fetus. While specific awards recognition is not yet available, the film's portrayal of the complex emotional and societal issues surrounding this topic has resonated with audiences, as evidenced by its strong ratings on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes.
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Directed by acclaimed actress Maxine Peake in her feature directorial debut, Incompatible (2022) is a poignant and sensitively-handled drama that explores the complex emotional and ethical challenges faced by a woman grappling with the difficult decision to terminate a pregnancy deemed 'incompatible with life'. The film's intimate, naturalistic style and standout performances, particularly from lead actress Hayley Jayne Standing, make for a deeply moving and thought-provoking viewing experience.