Zurawski v. Texas / The state of abortion rights in the US
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About the film
This critically acclaimed film follows the cases of three women in Texas who were denied medically necessary abortion care, meanwhile facing life-threatening pregnancy complications. Filmmakers Maisie Crow and Abbie Perrault highlight the gravitas in which legislation moderating access to abortion care impacts lives. Through these cases, the viewer is exposed to the terrifying reality which banned abortion has. Battling against the Texas Supreme Court, the fight for access to health care reveals the realities which those on the frontlines will go through in effort to regain those rights. As a persisting fight, anti-abortion legislation in Texas currently includes three state laws banning abortion, and up to 99 years jail time for physicians who have been found to violate the abortion laws.
Directors: Maisie Crow, Abbie Perrault
USA, 2024
English without subtitles
98 min
Trigger warning: Forced pregnancy, miscarriage, medical trauma
Event
Artist Arendse Morgensen will present her installation “Cellular Decisions” in Asta Bar 30 minutes before the event. The installation reflects personal experiences accessing abortions in New York. The film will be followed by a panel discussion (45 minutes) with abortion activist Mara Clarke from SAFE, provider Sarah Blust from New York City, and policy specialist Mette Strandlod from UNFPA. Afterwards, guests can continue to view the installation and enjoy drinks in Asta Bar. The event will be in English.
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