A Quiet Inquisition
Originally released in 2014. A Quiet Inquisition is a documentary film. directed by Holen Kahn. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carla Cerrato, Herbert Cesar, and Jorge Zamora
Synopsis
At a public hospital in Nicaragua, Ob/Gyn Dr. Carla Cerrato must choose between following a law that bans all abortions and endangers her patients or taking a risk and providing the care that she knows can save a woman's life. In 2007, Dr. Cerrato’s daily routine took a detour. The newly elected government of Daniel Ortega, a former Marxist revolutionary who converted to Catholicism to win votes, overturned a 130-year-old law protecting therapeutic abortion. The new law entirely prohibits abortion, even in cases of rape, incest, or when a woman’s life is at stake. As Carla and her colleagues navigate this dangerous dilemma, the impact of this law emerges—illuminating the tangible reality of prohibition against the backdrop of a political, religious, and historically complex national identity. The emotional core of the story—the experiences and situations of the young women and girls who are seeking care—illustrate the ethical implications of one doctor's response.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Budget
$220
Production budget
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Nicaragua
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
- Budget
- $220
Production Companies
- Chicken & Egg Films
- Adrenaline Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Quiet Inquisition about?
At a public hospital in Nicaragua, Ob/Gyn Dr. Carla Cerrato must choose between following a law that bans all abortions and endangers her patients or taking a risk and providing the care that she k...
Who directed A Quiet Inquisition?
A Quiet Inquisition was directed by Holen Kahn.
How long is A Quiet Inquisition?
A Quiet Inquisition has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was A Quiet Inquisition released?
A Quiet Inquisition was released on June 1, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Quiet Inquisition?
The main cast of A Quiet Inquisition includes Carla Cerrato, Herbert Cesar, Jorge Zamora, Delma Rosa Gómez.