Monday, April 22, 2019

"Why Abortion Never Works Onscreen Even Though Hollywood Wants It To"


"Outside of films that are specifically exposing the abortion industry, however, abortion has also found its way into the narratives of movies and shows that use it as entertainment and even fodder for jokes. Sitcoms like "Shrill," "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," and "GLOW" all featured characters choosing to get an abortion in the wake of an unplanned pregnancy.
In these instances, the shows' mission is quite clear: to advance the idea that ending the life of an unborn child is a casual medical procedure. Why shouldn't we joke about it?"

https://thefederalist.com/2019/04/22/abortion-never-works-onscreen-even-though-hollywood-desperately-wants/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter