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Dark Comedy Explores Postnatal Struggles in New Film

2/19/2026

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Story summary
  • Mary Bronstein, the film's director, directs postnatal depression and parental stress through psychological horror-comedy lens.
  • Rose Byrne stars as Linda, the psychotherapist grappling with a sick infant daughter and depression.
  • The narrative shows Linda's chaotic life, with therapy sessions and a flooded apartment.
  • The film uses dark humor, such as a hamster's tragic fate, to contrast daily moments.
  • Bronstein conveys the tension between professional empathy and personal turmoil, signaling panic.