A24 has never shied away from taking chances and venturing off into a new direction with each of its projects. Moonlight, Uncut Gems and Everything Everywhere All At Once are just a few of their releases that have broken the mold. This time, the critically acclaimed studio is working with writer-director Savanah Leaf to bring her vision to life through Earth Mama.
“Set in the Bay Area, the film follows Gia as she contends with pregnancy and poverty while longing for her children (who have been placed in foster care) and dodging Child Protective Services in the fear that they’ll take her soon-to-be-born baby from her as well,” the film’s description reads.
“Facing an impossible situation, Gia warms to the idea of giving her baby up for adoption, and connects with a well-meaning, middle-class couple, who could potentially give the child a better life. But a constellation of factors—especially Gia’s own sense of guilt—lays bare the fact that, for Gia, there is simply no way to win.”
Led by Tia Nomore, the film features Erika Alexander, Keta Price, Doechii, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Bokeem Woodbine and Dominic Fike. Backed by a talented cast, Leaf will bring Earth Mama to theaters on July 7, 2023. Check out the trailer below.
