Diary of a Woman

Diary of a Woman is a Swiss drama centered on Alex Darkley, a middle-aged teacher. The story explores his psychological decline and struggle with suicidal thoughts, which are driven by experiences from his early childhood. This mental deterioration is further fueled by the prejudice and rejection he encounters while navigating his sexual ambiguity.

The film was written and directed by Simon Aeby, who also served as a producer alongside Remo Muggli and Angelo Boffa. The production was handled by Simon Aeby Films and carm.one productions gmbh. Marcel Schneider stars in the lead role of Alex Darkley, supported by a cast that includes Florence Matousek, Jürg Plüss, Olga Dinnikova, and Béla Haltinner.

Released on September 12, 2025, the movie has a runtime of 89 minutes. It was produced with a budget of 2 million USD.