Abortion: Stories Women Tell (HBO)

About Abortion: Stories Women Tell (HBO)

"Abortion: Stories Women Tell" is an HBO documentary released in 2017. It's directed by Tracy Droz Tragos, and it profiles several women residing in Missouri as they grapple with their decision to have an abortion. The documentary provides a compelling look at how society, laws, relationships, and convictions influence the choice a woman makes about her own body.

Making / Production

The documentary was filmed over several years in the state of Missouri. Tracy Droz Tragos, the director of this documentary, allowed the women to tell their own stories, drawing out an emotive and humane perspective on the controversial topic of abortion. She attempts to humanize the issue by focusing on personal stories rather than statistics or politicians.

Cast and Characters

• Tracy Droz Tragos - Director. Known for her empathetic storytelling method.
• Various Participants - Women who chose to tell their personal stories about experiencing an abortion in the state of Missouri. Each brings an individual and heart-rending point of view to the subject.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The director Tracy Droz Tragos grew up in Missouri and wanted to give a voice to women in a state with some of the country's strictest abortion laws.
• The documentary does not just focus on women who have had abortions, but also includes perspectives from individuals in the state who are pro-life.

Awards

The documentary did not receive any specific awards, but it was recognized and well reviewed at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2016.

Quotes

• "I'm not a bad person because I don't want to bring a child into a situation that's not fit." - Anonymous woman from Missouri
• "I would just like to see a world where we trust women to make their own decisions." - Women's health advocate

Music, Soundtrack

• The documentary features a subtle and moving soundtrack by composer Nathan Halpern, enhancing the poignant stories that the film brings to light.