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The Pill (1999)

The untold story of the drug that changed the world

Documentary

Chronicles little known chapters in the history of the birth control pill. Examines how far the pharmaceutical industry was willing to risk women's health. Interviews women from Puerto Rico who became unsuspecting test subjects. Provides insights from women health activists who questioned the high-dose version's safety, and testimony from scientists who developed the pill.

Release Date
March 11, 1999
Runtime
0h 45m

Directors: Erna Buffie, Elise Swerhone

Cast: Ann-Marie MacDonald

Production: ONF | NFB

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The Pill

The untold story of the drug that changed the world

The untold story of the drug that changed the world

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45 min

Chronicles little known chapters in the history of the birth control pill. Examines how far the pharmaceutical industry was willing to risk women's health. Interviews women from Puerto Rico who became unsuspecting test subjects. Provides insights from women health activists who questioned the high-dose version's safety, and testimony from scientists who developed the pill.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date3/11/1999
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What is The Pill about?

Chronicles little known chapters in the history of the birth control pill. Examines how far the pharmaceutical industry was willing to risk women's health. Interviews women from Puerto Rico who became…

How long is The Pill?

45m

When was The Pill released?

March 11, 1999

Who directed The Pill?

Erna Buffie, Elise Swerhone

Who stars in The Pill?

Ann-Marie MacDonald

What genre is The Pill?

Documentary