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Deep Dive: The 8th (2021)

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The 8th
The 8th is a documentary film focused on the campaign to repeal the Thirty-sixth Amendment of the Constitution of Ireland. This amendment granted equal rights to the lives of pregnant women and their unborn children, effectively banning abortion in Ireland. The film covers the social and political landscape surrounding the repeal, detailing the efforts of activists and the impact of the amendment on women's rights. The documentary presents various perspectives on the amendment and the repeal campaign, illustrating the complexities of the issue. It captures the emotions and stakes involved in the fight for reproductive rights in Ireland, culminating in the historic referendum that led to the amendment's repeal.

Why Watch

  • •See the campaign that changed Ireland's abortion laws.
  • •Meet the activists behind the repeal movement.
  • •Find out how the amendment affected women's rights.

Did You Know

•The film has a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 14 reviews.
•The average rating of the film on Rotten Tomatoes is 8.40 out of 10.
•The documentary was released in 2020 and has a duration of 94 minutes.

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Irish historyReproductive rightsPolitical activism