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Don't Take My Baby
Factual drama which tells the story of a disabled couple's agonising struggle to keep their newborn baby. Based on real-life testimony, this emotional tale will call viewers' prejudices and beliefs about the disabled community and society as a whole into question, as we learn about a situation many disabled couples find themselves in as new parents. Can 21-year-old wheelchair user Anna and partially-sighted Tom provide the care and attention their daughter needs, or will social worker Belinda have to consider alternative care?
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Plot Summary
This film follows the turbulent lives of a young couple struggling with addiction and the challenges of raising a child. It delves into their battles with substance abuse, their strained relationship, and their desperate attempts to create a stable environment for their daughter amidst chaos. The narrative highlights the emotional toll their circumstances take on their family unit and their individual journeys towards redemption.
Critical Reception
Don't Take My Baby received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its raw emotional intensity and the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the narrative to be bleak and challenging, while others praised its unflinching portrayal of difficult subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its honest and gritty portrayal of addiction and its impact on families.
Applauded for strong performances, particularly from the central couple.
Criticized by some for its overwhelming bleakness and lack of a clear resolution.
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Fun Fact
The film was written, directed, and starred in by Ben Drew, also known by his stage name Plan B, marking his directorial debut in feature filmmaking.
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