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82 minPGdocumentary
3.5/ 10(13 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

Two women become pregnant with each other's babies through an experimental procedure that creates artificial sperm from their DNA.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Athena and Lilith, a unique lesbian couple.
  • See the innovative use of artificial sperm technology.
  • Follow real-life pregnancies during filming.

Did You Know

  • The film premiered at the Montreal World Film Festival in August 2008.
  • Angela Vint gave birth during filming, affecting the production schedule.
  • The film won the Audience Award for Best Feature Film in 2009.

Perfect For

LGBT representation in filmMockumentary fansInnovative reproductive technology
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Who directed The Baby Formula?

The Baby Formula was directed by Alison Reid.

What unique procedure is featured in The Baby Formula?

The film features an experimental stem cell procedure that created artificial sperm from the DNA of a lesbian couple.

What award did The Baby Formula win at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival?

The Baby Formula won the Audience Award for Best Feature Film at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival in 2009.

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