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Remembering Anarcha

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Shaded under the shadows of a tall tree on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery stands a statue of Dr. James Marion Sims, a South Carolinian who spent almost two decades in the Montgomery area, prior to the start of the Civil War, practicing medicine. For many, however, "practicing medicine" is too nice a phrase. In history, Sims is known as "the father of modern gynecology," but for his detractors, he has been called "Father Butcher" for his experiments on enslaved women - without anesthesia or what today would be called "informed consent" in the medical community. His legacy -- and the statues dedicated to him for his medical discoveries and advancements in Montgomery, Columbia, SC, and until its removal in early 2018, New York City's Central Park -- only tell part of the story. The whole story requires questioning who Sims was and who the subjects of his experiments were -- the mothers of gynecology. Remembering Anarcha explores these historical figures and issues, along with ethics, race, and the lingering effects on modern society and medicine.
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Audience Member A thorough investigation into the Mothers of Gynecology, as well as a look at the man who received (or took) credit for their sacrifices. If you don't know these stories, or want to learn more, be sure to watch this film. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Josh Carples

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Josh Carples

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C. DeWayne Cunningham

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Royce Williams

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Josh Carples

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Synopsis Shaded under the shadows of a tall tree on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery stands a statue of Dr. James Marion Sims, a South Carolinian who spent almost two decades in the Montgomery area, prior to the start of the Civil War, practicing medicine. For many, however, "practicing medicine" is too nice a phrase. In history, Sims is known as "the father of modern gynecology," but for his detractors, he has been called "Father Butcher" for his experiments on enslaved women - without anesthesia or what today would be called "informed consent" in the medical community. His legacy -- and the statues dedicated to him for his medical discoveries and advancements in Montgomery, Columbia, SC, and until its removal in early 2018, New York City's Central Park -- only tell part of the story. The whole story requires questioning who Sims was and who the subjects of his experiments were -- the mothers of gynecology. Remembering Anarcha explores these historical figures and issues, along with ethics, race, and the lingering effects on modern society and medicine.
Director
Josh Carples
Producer
Josh Carples, C. DeWayne Cunningham, Royce Williams
Production Co
803 Films, Terrible Master Films, Carolyn Jean's Son Visions
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
May 4, 2021
Runtime
1h 31m
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