The Business of Being Born
“In America today, birth is a billion dollar business. But who is really benefiting?”
Synopsis
Birth: it's 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 explore the maternity care system in America
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"The Business of Being Born" 2007 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-11-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 9, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abby Epstein
- Original Title
- The Business of Being Born
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Barranca Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abby Epstein
Madeleine Gavin
Madeleine Gavin
Ricki Lake
Department Leadership Roster
Abby Epstein
Director
Ricki Lake
Producer
Madeleine Gavin
Editor
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What is The Business of Being Born about?
Birth: it's 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 explore the maternity care system in America
Who directed The Business of Being Born?
The Business of Being Born was directed by Abby Epstein.
Who stars in The Business of Being Born?
The principal cast of The Business of Being Born includes Abby Epstein, Ina May Gaskin, Ricki Lake, Julia Barnett, Tina Cassidy.
When was The Business of Being Born released and how long is it?
The Business of Being Born was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.