4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days

Set in the final years of Communist Romania, this gripping drama follows two university students, Otilia and Gabita, as they navigate the harrowing and dangerous process of securing an illegal abortion. Directed by Cristian Mungiu, the film is a stark and unflinching portrayal of the oppressive socio-political climate of the time. It won the Palme d’Or at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival, cementing its place in cinematic history. The movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.