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Plot
In the heartland of rural Texas, we find Ellen Russell, a solitary, uneducated carnival barker, grappling with an unplanned pregnancy. As a single woman with scant means to raise a child, she is overwhelmed by desperation and a poignant longing for a different life. When local doctors refuse to perform an abortion, she stumbles upon a pair of fledgling lawyers hungry for a groundbreaking case to challenge the rigid abortion laws of the Lone Star state.
This film brings to life the gripping real-life drama of the pseudonymous Jane Roe, embodied in Ellen, as she embarks on a daunting quest to defy the prevailing norms. As she stands against the formidable Dallas district attorney Henry Wade, the tension escalates, sweeping the audience into a whirlwind of legal battles and personal struggles.
Her tale takes a monumental turn, striding valiantly into the hallowed halls of the US Supreme Court, where each argument resounds with the weight of history and the potential to change the future. The Roe vs. Wade movie is an immersive exploration of this landmark court case, a battle that reverberates all the way to the highest court in the land, shaping the course of American women's rights forever.
Where to watch Roe vs. Wade?
Roe vs. Wade is a drama movie featuring Amy Madigan and directed by Gregory Hoblit.
Roe vs. Wade is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.