The truth comes out|Sep. 30, 2021|United States|112 Min.|PG-13
Genre: Drama;History
Description: Dr. Bernard Nathanson, portrayed by Nick Loeb, transforms into a staunch advocate for abortion rights after a personal tragedy involving his girlfriend. Partnering with journalist Larry Lader, played by Jamie Kennedy, they campaign tirelessly to legalize abortion nationwide. Their efforts face fierce opposition from the Pro-Life movement led by Dr. Mildred Jefferson, portrayed by Stacey Dash. The intense battle eventually reaches the Supreme Court, resulting in a highly controversial verdict on abortion.
“Roe v. Wade,” the film by Cathy Allyn and Nick Loeb, emerges as a contentious anti-abortion narrative rather than a neutral depiction of the historic 1973 Supreme Court ruling. The movie, reminiscent of the era labeled by Chuck Todd as one of “alternative facts,” presents a skewed version of events, asserting that mainstream accounts of Roe v. Wade are fundamentally deceptive. The film, often criticized for its biased and sexist undertones, employs religious guilt to undermine the legitimacy of abortion, framing it as a moral and societal failing.
The narrative portrays Dr. Bernard Nathanson, co-founder of NARAL, as initially driven by financial gain through performing abortions. His eventual pivot to anti-abortion activism is portrayed as a moral awakening, though the film’s execution is marred by poor production quality and lack of nuance. By presenting a revisionist history, the filmmakers aim to sway politically aligned viewers while attempting to convert those with opposing views, further polarizing a deeply divisive issue.
Cast director: Nick Loeb
Cast actor: Jon Voight, Nick Loeb, Robert Davi, Stacey Dash, Jamie Kennedy, Joey Lawrence, Corbin Bernsen, Justine Wachsberger, Alveda King, Mike Lindell
Original name: Roe v. Wade