My So-Called Selfish Life
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Motherhood: a subject so deeply ingrained in our society, we take it for granted as part of the natural order. It's assumed all women want children, that motherhood is not only a biological imperative but the defining measure of womanhood. Titled after one of the myths it challenges, this film draws upon a heady mix of culture, science, and history–revealing the rich and diverse lives of people who said no to children, and the forces that have marginalized them in society.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2021-09-30
Runtime: 78 mins
Director: Therese Shechter
Spoken language: English
Genres: Documentary
Original title: My So-Called Selfish Life
Production Companies: Trixie Films
Production Countries: United States of America
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