The Baby Project is a deeply troubling and disturbing short film — but in the most captivating way possible. I first discovered Saskia Mae through her Substack, where her writing instantly pulled me in. Her piece “he wouldn’t touch me” felt like someone had finally put words to a feeling I couldn’t name. Her entire account — from her fashion commentary to her reflections on vulnerability — is so raw and thoughtful. So when I came across her short film The Baby Project, I was immediately intrigued. And I’ll say this: I was not disappointed.

From the first frame, I was mesmerized. The old-VHS... read the rest.