THE PILL (1999)

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The Pill
The untold story of the drug that changed the world
Documentary
March 11, 1999
English
0h 45m
United States, Canada
ONF | NFB
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.
Cast & Characters
Ann-Marie MacDonald
Narrator
Crew
Erna Buffie
Director
Elise Swerhone
Director
Erna Buffie
Writer
Jim Aquila
Director of Photography
Charles Konowal
Director of Photography
Joe MacDonald
Producer
Graydon McCrea
Producer