After Tiller 2013
Distributed by Bullfrog Films, PO Box 149, Oley, PA 19547; 800-543-FROG (3764)
Produced by Martha Shane and Lana Wilson
Directed by Martha Shane and Lana Wilson
DVD , color, 88 min.
Sr. High - General Adult
Abortion, Bioethics, Childbirth, Women’s Health
Date Entered: 10/02/2014
ALA Notable: yes
Reviewed by Nell Aronoff, Medical Education Services Librarian, University at Buffalo
After Tiller tells the story of the remaining four late term (3rd trimester) abortion providers in the United States after fellow doctor George Tiller was murdered at church in 2009. Throughout the film, the filmmakers highlight each doctor’s tremendous compassion for their patients and show their dedication to continuing Dr. Tiller’s work despite death threats and constant protests from pro-life advocates. Although the film has a pro-choice slant, the divisive subject of abortion is handled with great sensitivity. Footage of the doctors talking with their patients before and after their procedures make it clear that the decision to give an abortion and the decision to have an abortion is a very serious and often heartbreaking one. After Tiller is highly recommended for mature audiences in high school health classes and students interested in medical ethics, medical humanities, or obstetrics.
Awards
- Winner, 2013 Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
- Winner, 2013 Sarasota Film Festival