14 Best Movies and TV Shows That Dare to Solve the Problem of Abortion
Despite all the cultural and political debate around abortion, it remains a taboo subject. Research shows that 25% of women will have an abortion by the end of their childbearing years, which means you almost certainly know at least one person who has had an abortion, but it’s rarely talked about. Hell, the president is currently being criticized for not mentioning the word “abortion” when discussing a leaked draft opinion that says the Supreme Court voted to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, in fact bringing the era of safe, legal, and affordable abortion in America to an end. This lack of private and public discussion can lead to confusion and shame for those who are considering or have had an abortion, let alone those who want to learn about reproductive rights. ( Here’s a handy glossary of key terms related to abortion.)
However, some TV shows and movies are pushing to make abortion more part of the cultural dialogue. The following films and shows incorporate abortion into their storylines and tell the stories of people seeking or undergoing the procedure in a subtle, thoughtful, and informative way.