Danielle represents the paralysis of being at a crossroads in life, feeling like a failure compared to peers.

Shiva Baby (2020) is a high-tension indie comedy-drama that captures the claustrophobic anxiety of a young woman navigating a Jewish funeral service (a shiva) while juggling multiple overlapping secrets. Directed by Emma Seligman, the film is celebrated for its sharp writing and "cringe-comedy" atmosphere that feels more like a horror movie than a traditional sitcom. Plot Overview

Max, a man Danielle has been seeing for money, who unexpectedly shows up with his "perfect" wife and a crying baby Danielle didn't know existed.

The tag in your query indicates specific technical details for this version:

Her childhood best friend and former lover, Maya, who is successful and judgmental.

The film explores the messy intersection of sex, money, and independence as Danielle loses control of her carefully curated personas. File Metadata Notes

The story follows Danielle, a college senior near graduation who attends a shiva with her overbearing but well-meaning parents. Throughout the afternoon, she is forced to confront: