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Periodical

Released Oct 11, 2023 1h 35m Documentary List
100% Tomatometer 9 Reviews 83% Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Ratings
"PERIODICAL", a new feature documentary from XTR and MSNBC Films, tells the unexpected story of the human body by exploring the marvel and mystery of the menstrual cycle, from first period to last. But this is not your middle school sex-ed class. Bringing you stories from soccer champion Megan Rapinoe who reveals how members of the U.S. Soccer team track their cycles when training for the Women's World Cup (which they won), to scientists who are discovering the power and possibilities of stem cells found in period blood, to young activists flipping the bill on period tax one state at a time, we uncover the shocking truths, challenge taboos, and celebrate the untapped potential of this special nutrient-dense blood. Through innovative mixed media storytelling, "Periodical" is for everyone who wants to know more about the menstrual cycle, and especially for those who don't.
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Nico Hall Autostraddle [Periodical] would make a valuable addition to a sex-ed curriculum and that it’d be a solid (though, you know, not as fun as other options) pick for movie night with kids who are old enough to get their periods. Dec 1, 2023 Full Review Lois Alter Mark AWFJ.org An empowering, enlightening and totally entertaining documentary about menstruation. In fact, I learned more about the subject than I was ever taught in school, by my parents or by my doctors. Dec 9, 2023 Full Review Avi Offer NYC Movie Guru An engaging, illuminating, vital and well-edited documentary that looks at menstruation head-on. Oct 23, 2023 Full Review Anne Brodie What She Said Great information, hope, and openness about the cycle that affects all women from menstruation to menopause. Must see for male and female audiences. Rated: 4/4 Oct 13, 2023 Full Review Sarah Gopaul Digital Journal Whether you feel pretty in the know or that you have some holes in your knowledge, this is a must-see film that answers questions you may not have realized you needed to ask. May 12, 2023 Full Review Andrew Parker The Gate The real joy comes form watching the on-the-ground fight to demystify this “particular time of the month” framed by patriarchal history that traditionally values fertility and reviles the period itself. Rated: 6/10 Apr 27, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Ernesta S A great docu about menstrual cycle. A must watch for everyone, as it educates, helps to understand those who menstruate and it aims to destigmatise the topic. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/09/24 Full Review Terrance M This waste of time makes The Marvels look like Avengers End Game Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 03/01/24 Full Review Fred N I learned a lot. Sadly, taboos around female biology pointlessly keep girls and women as well as boys and men ignorant. I wish the activism had been around education rather than taxes. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/07/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis "PERIODICAL", a new feature documentary from XTR and MSNBC Films, tells the unexpected story of the human body by exploring the marvel and mystery of the menstrual cycle, from first period to last. But this is not your middle school sex-ed class. Bringing you stories from soccer champion Megan Rapinoe who reveals how members of the U.S. Soccer team track their cycles when training for the Women's World Cup (which they won), to scientists who are discovering the power and possibilities of stem cells found in period blood, to young activists flipping the bill on period tax one state at a time, we uncover the shocking truths, challenge taboos, and celebrate the untapped potential of this special nutrient-dense blood. Through innovative mixed media storytelling, "Periodical" is for everyone who wants to know more about the menstrual cycle, and especially for those who don't.
Director
Lina Plioplyte
Producer
Pegah Farahmand
Distributor
MSNBC Films
Production Co
XTR
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 11, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 19, 2023
Runtime
1h 35m
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