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Rose (Marin Ireland) is a pathologist who prefers working with corpses over social interaction. She also has an obsession -- the reanimation of the dead. Celie (Judy Reyes) is a maternity nurse who has built her life around her bouncy, chatterbox six-year-old daughter, Lila (A.J. Lister). When one tragic night, Lila suddenly falls ill and dies, the two women's worlds crash into each other. They embark on a dark path of no return where they will be forced to confront how far they are willing to go to protect what they hold most dear.
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Critics Consensus

Firmly rooted in classic horror, Birth/Rebirth uses a familiar framework to tease at fundamental fears from a chillingly relatable angle.

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John Anderson Wall Street Journal Nov 10, 2023
It is the understated, matter-of-fact tone of the story that sucks us in, and the two central performances that help make this effort by Ms. Moss such a singular addition to the monster catalog. Go to Full Review Sergio Burstein Los Angeles Times Oct 5, 2023
One of the most impactful genre films in recent times, and it's accompanied by a feminist imprint that is never demonstrated to be concessive. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Katie Walsh Tribune News Service Aug 18, 2023
3.5/4
In teasing out the complex relationship between life and death in relationship to birth and “Frankenstein,” Moss presents a provocative existential quandary, and reminds us that horror stories have been women’s stories all along. Go to Full Review Conor Bryce Film Ireland Magazine Jan 29, 2026
birth/rebirth feels both classical and subversive. Yes, its DNA traces back through body horror landmarks, but it’s distinctly contemporary, exploring the female experience without turning into a lecture or slogan Go to Full Review Matthew Simpson ForReel Movie News And Reviews Jul 12, 2025
2.5/5
The film often hints at and alludes to commentary on the societal notion that motherhood is an essential and defining part of womanhood, but never commits to broaching the topic in a bold or thought-provoking way. Go to Full Review James Preston Poole Discussing Film Aug 22, 2024
4/5
birth/rebirth repurposes old parts to create new life. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Joel Aug 22, 2023 Didn’t like the ending but it had me entertained throughout ! Solid! See more Ravikumar Aug 21, 2023 Best movie to watch which makes you think about life. See more Shane Aug 18, 2023 Fascinating and engrossing film. Kept me wanting to see how far the envelope was pushed. Just made a morality and science take back seat discussion. See more Nye N. @nye2025 May 3, 2026 I also did not love the ending, but found it worth watching once. See more Russell H @RT85733992 Feb 27, 2026 I enjoyed the two lead acts but this type of subject matter is depressing to me. That being said, the actors nailed their roles. See more Oran B @OranumB Feb 16, 2026 A deeply uncomfortable and gripping horror film. Birth/Rebirth delivers an original and chilling story that explores grief and obsession in a cold, clinical way. It stays with you long after it ends. I absolutely loved how disturbing and thought provoking it was. See more Read all reviews
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Laura Moss

Director

Judy Reyes

Celie

Marin Ireland

Rose

A.J. Lister

Lila

Breeda Wool

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Monique Curnen

Actor

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Synopsis Rose (Marin Ireland) is a pathologist who prefers working with corpses over social interaction. She also has an obsession -- the reanimation of the dead. Celie (Judy Reyes) is a maternity nurse who has built her life around her bouncy, chatterbox six-year-old daughter, Lila (A.J. Lister). When one tragic night, Lila suddenly falls ill and dies, the two women's worlds crash into each other. They embark on a dark path of no return where they will be forced to confront how far they are willing to go to protect what they hold most dear.
Director
Laura Moss
Producer
Mali Elfman, David Grove Churchill Viste
Screenwriter
Laura Moss, Brendan J. O'Brien
Distributor
IFC Films
Production Co
Shudder Films
Rating
R (Language|Gore|Disturbing Material|Nudity|Some Sexual Content)
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 18, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 10, 2023
Box Office (Gross USA)
$138.6K
Runtime
1h 38m
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