New Boobs
Director Sacha Polak
Countries Netherlands
Duration 68 min
Synopsis
For years, successful filmmaker Sacha Polak has known that she carries the BRCA1 gene, responsible for the hereditary breast cancer that killed her mother at the age of 29. As Sasha turns 29 this year, she turns the camera to film her intimate journey in deciding to remove her breasts as a preventive measure. An emotional roller coaster ride for both her and her partner that also affects their family planning. Sacha’s experiences are moving and emotional but also enlightening and sometimes even hilarious.
For years, successful filmmaker Sacha Polak has known that she carries the BRCA1 gene, responsible for the hereditary breast cancer that killed her mother at the age of 29. As Sasha turns 29 this year, she turns the camera to film her intimate journey in deciding to remove her breasts as a preventive measure. An emotional roller coaster ride for both her and her partner that also affects their family planning. Sacha’s experiences are moving and emotional but also enlightening and sometimes even hilarious.