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From Danger to Dignity
The Fight for Safe Abortion
1995, 57 minutes, Color, VHS/16mm
Order No. W99472
This eye-opening documentary chronicles the double-pronged movement-the grassroots activism and intensive legislative lobbying- that culminated in Roe v. Wade. Rare footage and interviews with movement participants are intercut with women's shared recollections of back-alley or self-induced abortions. Directed by Oscar nominee Fadiman, the film honors those who broke the silence, saved women's lives and fought to end the shame surrounding abortion when it was a crime. Produced in association with KTEH-TV.


Available as part of the series, "From the Back-Alleys to the Supreme Court and Beyond" (Video Sale $295, Order # 99591).



Part of the series From the Back-Alleys to the Supreme Court and Beyond


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AWARDS, FESTIVALS, & SCREENINGS

  • Chicago International Film and Video Festival, Gold Hugo
  • National Educational Media Network, Gold Apple
  • Columbus International Film Festival, Bronze Award
  • Seattle Human Rights Film Festival
  • Emmy Award Winner

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QUOTES

    "What characterizes From Danger to Dignity from beginning to end is compassion. Beautifully made, thoughtfully structured, brilliantly narrated..."
    Senior Librarian, Library of Congress

    "An excellent overview. Highly recommended."
    Video Librarian

    "A sterling documentary..."
    Booklist

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