Drama
United States of America
Unplanned is a 2019 biographical drama film based on the memoir of Abby Johnson, a former Planned Parenthood clinic director. The movie chronicles her journey of transformation from a pro-choice to a pro-life advocate. Abby, played by Ashley Bratcher, rises through the ranks of Planned Parenthood and becomes a respected spokesperson, fighting for women's reproductive rights. She is convinced that abortion is a necessary and vital service for women, and she feels proud of her work.
One day, Abby is asked to assist in an ultrasound-guided abortion procedure and witnesses the fetus struggling to get away from the vacuum. This experience leads her to question everything she has believed in and prompts her to quit her job at the clinic and join the pro-life movement.
The movie portrays the emotional and psychological toll the abortion industry can have on the providers and the women who seek the service. Abby's decision to leave her job and join the anti-abortion movement is met with resistance and backlash from her former colleagues and friends.
The film has been praised by pro-life organizations for highlighting the humanity of the unborn and exposing the reality of abortion providers. At the same time, it has faced criticism from pro-choice groups for demonizing the abortion industry and portraying a biased perspective.
Unplanned grossed over $21 million at the box office and was directed by Chuck Konzelman and Cary Solomon.
