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Avortement clandestin!
Sophie, a young employee, gets raped on her way back from work and realizes some time later that she is pregnant. She does not want to keep the baby but abortion is illegal. Who can she tell? She first keeps her secret to herself but Jacques, her boyfriend, notices something is the matter with her and manages to make her talk. When he learns about her lot, he advises her to let her mother know. First, the distressed Sophie is unable to as she feels too low but, at long last, she does it. Sophie's mother, who immediately sympathizes with her daughter, undertakes to find a way out, why not a in a London clinic?
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the realities and dangers of illegal abortions in France during a time when the procedure was heavily restricted. It presents testimonies and insights into the clandestine practices, highlighting the risks faced by women seeking to terminate their pregnancies. The film aims to shed light on a prevalent social issue and advocate for reproductive rights.
Critical Reception
As a documentary addressing a controversial and sensitive topic, 'Avortement clandestin!' was likely met with a divided reception, depending on the audience's stance on abortion rights and the film's direct approach. It is recognized for its historical significance in documenting the pre-legalization era of abortion in France.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its direct and unflinching portrayal of a hidden reality.
Considered an important historical document on reproductive rights struggles.
Appreciated for giving voice to women facing dangerous clandestine abortions.
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Fun Fact
The film was made at a critical time in French history, just before the Veil Law in 1975 legalized abortion, making it a significant piece of social commentary and activism through cinema.
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