In the Navel of the Sea
1998
⭐4.9(9 votes)
1h 53m
Drama
Overview
In a remote fishing island in the '50s, Pepito grows up learning the trade of his mother, Rosa, the only midwife capable of delivering the newborn babies of their community. At first, the young son doesn't mind the unusual arrangement, but as he grows older, he begins to resist the role traditionally meant only for women. In time, Pepito's coming of age intersects with the lives of the other islanders, whose beliefs and struggles become critical impetus to his maturity.
About In the Navel of the Sea
In the Navel of the Sea (1998) is a Drama film that follows in a remote fishing island in the '50s, Pepito grows up learning the trade of his mother, Rosa, the only midwife capable of delivering the newborn babies of their community. At first, the young son doesn't mind the unusual arrangement, but as he grows older, he begins to resist the role traditionally meant only for women. In time, Pepito's coming of age intersects with the lives of the other islanders, whose beliefs and struggles become critical impetus to his maturity. In the Navel of the Sea is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. It has a user rating of 4.9 out of 10 from 9 votes. Fans of drama movies may also want to explore similar titles below.
