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The Business of Being Born
View the trailer at http://www.thebusinessofbeingborn.com
Synopsis:
Birth: its a miracle. A rite of passage. A natural part of life. But more than anything, birth is a business. Compelled to find answers after a disappointing birth experience with her first child, actress Ricki Lake recruits filmmaker Abby Epstein to examine and question the way American women have babies. The film interlaces intimate birth stories with surprising historical, political and scientific insights and shocking statistics about the current maternity care system. When director Epstein discovers she is pregnant during the making of the film, the journey becomes even more personal. Should most births be viewed as a natural life process, or should every delivery be treated as a potentially catastrophic medical emergency?
This screening will take place in room 2209 of Menard Hall at Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, IL. It will be help on Saturday, January 26th, 2007 at 1:00 pm. The film is approximately 85 minutes and a discussion with question/answer panel will follow.
Admission is being charged on a sliding scale. Please pay what you are able. Your contribution would be greatly appreciated to cover screening costs. Additional proceeds will be donated to IL Families for Midwifery.
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LocationLincoln Land Community College
5250 Shepherd Road
Springfield, IL 62794
United States
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