Two women traveled in utero aboard a sinking ship fleeing Vietnam during the Fall of Saigon in 1975. One was born at sea, the other in a refugee camp weeks later. Decades later, they are just beginning to uncover the profound impact of their origins.
A cargo ship called the MS Trường Xuân was leaving Vietnam during the Fall of Saigon on April 30th, 1975 with thousands racing to get on board. Among them were 2 pregnant mothers carrying their unborn babies in the womb. One of them gave birth to a baby girl onboard the sinking Vietnamese ship. Another mother gave birth to baby girl in a refugee camp 2 short weeks later, after the MS Trường Xuân was rescued by a Danish Ship, the Clara Maersk.
Forever Spring provides a compelling exploration of the psychological impacts of war trauma. The film engages with critical questions about the effects of trauma on unborn children and the lasting imprint such experiences may leave on subsequent generations. This documentary offers both personal narratives and broader reflections on trauma and resilience.