Abortion Clinic
Originally released in 1983. Abortion Clinic is a feature film. directed by Mark Obenhaus.
Synopsis
This FRONTLINE documentary was first broadcast on PBS on April 18, 1983. It was filmed at a clinic in Chester, Pa., a small city which at that time had a 30% unemployment rate. The clinic was chosen because it was representative of abortion clinics in the United States. The clinic also offered individual counseling in which the reasons behind the decision are explored. During their five months at the clinic, the film's producers met with hundreds of women. The two whose abortions are shown in this film are single, white and young -- as are the majority of women who have had abortions in the United States over the past 30 years.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- FRONTLINE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abortion Clinic about?
This FRONTLINE documentary was first broadcast on PBS on April 18, 1983. It was filmed at a clinic in Chester, Pa., a small city which at that time had a 30% unemployment rate. The clinic was chos...
Who directed Abortion Clinic?
Abortion Clinic was directed by Mark Obenhaus.
When was Abortion Clinic released?
Abortion Clinic was released on April 18, 1983 in theaters.