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 challenges of arranging an illegal abortion. The film, directed by Cristian Mungiu, is renowned for its stark realism and intense performances, particularly by Anamaria Marinca and Laura Vasiliu. It won the prestigious Palme d’Or at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival, highlighting its critical acclaim. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.