Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa
Synopsis
Why are illegal abortions more accessible in Poland than legal ones in South Africa? This documentary feature explores and contrasts changes in Poland and South Africa regarding abortion laws and their impact on the lives of women. In the 90's, Poland banned abortion due to the increasing influence of the Catholic Church after the fall of communism; around the same time South Africa legalized it, reforming the health system after the fall of apartheid. The film reveals how the legal status of women is a direct result of the silencing or empowering of women's voices. In the Polish society and media, women's perspectives were made invisible; in South Africa, on the other hand, they were invited to give public hearings in the parliament about problems in the realm of reproduction.
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- Director
- Sarah Diehl
- Screenplay & Story
- Sarah Diehl
- Original Title
- Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa
- Release Date
- 12/11/2008
- Spoken Languages
- English, Polish
- Runtime
- 50m
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What is Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa about?
Why are illegal abortions more accessible in Poland than legal ones in South Africa? This documentary feature explores and contrasts changes in Poland and South Africa regarding abortion laws and their impact on the lives of women. In the 90's, Poland banned abortion due to the increasing influence of the Catholic Church after the fall of communism; around the same time South Africa legalized it, reforming the health system after the fall of apartheid. The film reveals how the legal status of women is a direct result of the silencing or empowering of women's voices. In the Polish society and media, women's perspectives were made invisible; in South Africa, on the other hand, they were invited to give public hearings in the parliament about problems in the realm of reproduction.
Who directed Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa?
Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa was directed by Sarah Diehl.
Who stars in Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa?
The principal cast of Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa includes Wanda Nowicka, Alicja Tysiac, Marijke Alblas, Nurrudin Farrah.
When was Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa released and how long is it?
Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 50m.