Birth Rites
1977, English. Directed by Robina Rose.
Birth Rites documents Julia Lauder giving birth at home surrounded by her family. Her film focuses on women’s agency during homebirth in contrast to some women’s experiences in a hospital setting. It shows the value of physical and psychological support during labour, and the importance of touch in establishing bonds with newborns directly after birth.
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- 0h 53m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 1 January 1977
- Country
- United Kingdom
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Birth Rites runs 53 minutes (0h 53m).
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Birth Rites isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1977. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Birth Rites?
If you liked Birth Rites, try Maternal Instinct, Come See Me in the Good Light, My Mom Jayne.
Who directed Birth Rites?
Birth Rites (1977) was directed by Robina Rose and stars Julia Lauder.