Zero Weeks (2017)

In the vast economic landscape of the world, two countries stand alone - the United States and Papua New Guinea. They share a startling commonality: the absence of mandated paid family leave. A majority of Americans believe in prioritizing family, yet, paradoxically, in the wealthiest nation on Earth, life-altering experiences such as childbirth, medical crises, or the care of elderly parents can plunge one into the abyss of poverty. The film Zero Weeks delves into this societal conundrum where the heart and wallet are at constant odds. It explores the struggle of the 78% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, who are often cornered into choosing between their job and their loved ones. The alarming reality where nearly a quarter of new mothers return to work within ten days of childbirth, and two-thirds of the workforce are nursing aging parents, is deftly examined in this documentary. Director Ky Dickens, an award-winning female filmmaker known for her influential works, intertwines compelling personal stories with enlightening discussions from leading policymakers, economists, researchers, and activists. Zero Weeks navigates the labyrinth of America's paid leave crisis, highlighting the devastating repercussions of inaction. The film is Dickens' fourth documentary, born from her own personal struggle with the lack of paid leave that led to financial and emotional hardship following the birth of her first child. Through Zero Weeks, Dickens paints a vivid picture of a pressing issue, offering an incisive exploration of the cost of not having "enough time".

Zero Weeks is a documentary movie featuring George W. Bush and directed by Ky Dickens.

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