Ms Stern
Ms Stern

Ms Stern

2019Movie79 minGerman

Set in modern Berlin, "Ms. Stern" is a dramedy about a 90-year-old Holocaust survivor, who is unable to choose her own fate. However, while trying her best to find a way out of this life, she spends her time joyously with her spirited granddaughter, Elli, and her eclectic group of friends, living it up to the fullest.

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic80/100
Google Users85%
Director: Jeff SternGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary follows the life and legacy of Dr. Mildred McAfee Horton, the first president of Wellesley College and a prominent figure in American social and religious history. It explores her leadership during a transformative period for women's education and her significant contributions to the YWCA and the broader feminist movement.

Critical Reception

Ms. Stern received positive reviews, with critics praising its insightful portrayal of a pioneering woman and its thorough research. The documentary was commended for shedding light on an influential figure often overlooked in historical narratives.

What Reviewers Say

  • An illuminating and important documentary.
  • Presents a compelling portrait of a remarkable woman.
  • Well-researched and thoughtfully directed.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film for its thorough exploration of Dr. Horton's life and her significant impact on women's rights and education. Many appreciated learning about a historical figure who made substantial contributions to society.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Sundance Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film utilized a significant amount of archival footage and personal correspondence from Dr. Horton's estate, offering an intimate look into her life and thoughts.

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