The Business of Being Born
Updated:
18 Jul 2022
Directors:
Abby Epstein
Ricki Lake
Actors:
Julia Barnett Tracy
Abby Epstein
Ina May Gaskin
Ricki Lake
Genre:
Documentary
Country:
no data
Year:
2008
Director Abby Epstein's controversial documentary takes a hard look at America's maternity care system, juxtaposing hospital deliveries against the growing popularity of at-home, natural childbirths that some expectant parents are opting for. Former talk show host Ricki Lake was inspired to produce this compelling exposé after a dissatisfying birthing experience with her first child left her with many unanswered questions.