The Janes
“They didn't have a choice.”
Synopsis
Defying the state legislature that outlawed abortion, the Catholic Church that condemned it, and the Chicago Mob that was profiting from it, the members of “Jane” risked their personal and professional lives to support women with unwanted pregnancies. In the pre-Roe v. Wade era — a time when abortion was a crime in most states and even circulating information about abortion was a felony in Illinois — the Janes provided low-cost and free abortions to an estimated 11,000 women.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-05-10
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Seoul International Women's Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 24, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tia Lessin, Emma Pildes
- Original Title
- The Janes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Portuguese, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- HBO Documentary Films, Pentimento Productions, Elsewhere Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tia Lessin, Emma Pildes
Keith Walker
Nancy Abraham, Lisa Heller, Sara Rodriguez, Emma Pildes, Daniel Arcana
Department Leadership Roster
Sara Rodriguez
Producer
Emma Pildes
Producer
Daniel Arcana
Producer
Jessica Levin
Producer
Tia Lessin
Director
Emma Pildes
Director
Keith Walker
Director of Photography
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What is The Janes about?
Defying the state legislature that outlawed abortion, the Catholic Church that condemned it, and the Chicago Mob that was profiting from it, the members of “Jane” risked their personal and professional lives to support women with unwanted pregnancies. In the pre-Roe v. Wade era — a time when abortion was a crime in most states and even circulating information about abortion was a felony in Illinois — the Janes provided low-cost and free abortions to an estimated 11,000 women.
Who directed The Janes?
The Janes was directed by Tia Lessin, Emma Pildes.
Who stars in The Janes?
The principal cast of The Janes includes Heather Booth, Judith Arcana, Marie Leaner, Diane Stevens, Eleanor Oliver.
When was The Janes released and how long is it?
The Janes was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.