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A Private Matter

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This fact-based film tells the story of Sherri Finkbine (Sissy Spacek), a well-liked television host who causes a public scandal when she decides to get an abortion in 1962. Sherri and her husband, Bob (Aidan Quinn), are happily married and eagerly awaiting the birth of their child when doctors tell the couple that the pain medication Sherri has been prescribed has most likely deformed their unborn baby. As Sherri tries to get an abortion, she faces both legal and personal attacks.

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Lisa D. Horowitz Variety Without preaching, the telefilm offers dramatic evidence of what life would be like without Roe v. Wade. It should be required viewing for those on either side of the debate. Jan 10, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member What's wrong with this movie? Good story with good performance from both Spacek and Quinn Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/23/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis This fact-based film tells the story of Sherri Finkbine (Sissy Spacek), a well-liked television host who causes a public scandal when she decides to get an abortion in 1962. Sherri and her husband, Bob (Aidan Quinn), are happily married and eagerly awaiting the birth of their child when doctors tell the couple that the pain medication Sherri has been prescribed has most likely deformed their unborn baby. As Sherri tries to get an abortion, she faces both legal and personal attacks.
Director
Joan Micklin Silver
Rating
TV-14, PG-13
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Oct 3, 2006
Runtime
1h 29m
Sound Mix
Stereo