In a hidden Orthodox monastery in Belarus, Mother Vera weaves the inner world of an unorthodox young nun with the community that saved her life. After 20 years as a monastic, Vera faces deep inner conflict. Now, she must confront her past and trust her instincts to find the liberation she desires.

‘absorbing and majestically shot’ –The Film Verdict  

‘transfixingly beautiful film’-Screen Daily

‘sublime and sensorial debut feature’- The Film Verdict

WADW Presents is a series of documentary screenings featuring Q&As with the women creatives behind the camera. It comes from the team behind We Are Doc Women, a group that was founded in 2017 to provide peer support for women directors working in factual television in the UK. They have grown to become a collective of directors, producers, assistant producers and executive producers advocating for equal opportunities, greater support and fair recognition within the industry.