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Deep Dive: SPERMWORLD (2024)

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SPERMWORLD
Spermworld is an American documentary directed by Lance Oppenheim that premiered on Hulu and FX on March 29, 2024. The film follows the stories of three sperm donors and their recipients, providing a personal look into the lives of those involved in the unregulated online marketplaces where sperm donors connect with hopeful parents. This narrative is inspired by Nellie Bowles' article from the New York Times titled 'The Sperm Kings Have a Problem: Too Much Demand.' The documentary had its world premiere at the True/False Film Festival on February 29, 2024, and has a runtime of 85 minutes. It features individuals credited as themselves, including Tyree Kelly, Atasha Peña Clay, Steve Walker, Rachel Stanley, and Ari Nagel, who share their experiences and perspectives on the complexities of sperm donation.

Why Watch

  • •Meet sperm donors like Tyree Kelly and Ari Nagel.
  • •See the unregulated online sperm marketplaces.
  • •Follow the stories of hopeful parents seeking donors.

Did You Know

•Spermworld premiered at the True/False Film Festival on February 29, 2024.
•The film was released in the United States on FX on March 29, 2024.
•The documentary has a runtime of 85 minutes.
•The film is directed by Lance Oppenheim.

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