Une jeune femme de dix-sept ans doit subir une transfusion sanguine, sans quoi ses jours sont comptés. Ses convictions religieuses lui font refuser ce traitement en dépit de l'insistance de son médecin. Ce dernier peut-il alors s'en remettre à la justice.
Ages 15 to 17
Diversity - Identity
Ethics and Religious Culture - Religious Diversity/Heritage
The film explores the clash that can occur between religious beliefs and scientific practices. Can you find other examples of such conflicts? The film can be the jumping-off point for research into different religions and customs that are at odds with scientific practices today. Note that the ending lets students reach their own conclusions. Ask them what they would do if they were the young girl in the film.