Prime Minister

A compelling new documentary captures the extraordinary rise of Jacinda Ardern, who in August 2017 became New Zealand’s opposition party leader at just 37 years old. Within two months, she was elected Prime Minister, marking the beginning of a transformative era in New Zealand politics.

Shortly before the final vote was counted, Ardern discovered she was pregnant, becoming only the second head of state in history to give birth while in office. Her five years of leadership unfolded against a backdrop of profound national and international crises, testing her principles and resilience.

This intimate and insightful portrait explores Ardern’s journey as she upheld her vision of empathetic leadership, navigating challenges with conviction and becoming a global feminist political icon.