The Hayashidas were a typical happy family of father, mother, two boys and two girls. Until it all changed suddenly with the untimely death of the father, Shinpei. While still mourning his passing, the children are hit by another bit of shocking news from their mother “Truth is… I'm pregnant.” The news of their mother's pregnancy at 51 sets into motion a new series of challenges for the four children, particularly for the eldest sister, Manami, who now becomes the family patriarch, forced to struggle with the pressures and responsibilities of “child rearing” and “family ties”, not to mention greater philosophical questions about the meaning of life. A moving, life-sized human drama..
This documentary explores the diverse and often surprising ways that families are created. It delves into the journeys of various individuals and couples as they navigate the complexities of conception, adoption, and surrogacy. The film offers an intimate look at the emotional, physical, and societal aspects of bringing new life into the world.
Being Born. received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who generally praised its sensitive and informative approach to a deeply personal subject. Audiences found it heartwarming and eye-opening, appreciating the candid stories shared by the families featured.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's ability to foster empathy and understanding towards different paths to parenthood. Many viewers found the personal stories inspiring and felt the documentary offered valuable insights into the challenges and joys of family creation.
While the film explores various methods of family creation, the specific directorial choices and narrative framing were noted for their non-judgmental and inclusive tone.
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