Belly of the Beast

When an unlikely duo discovers a pattern of illegal sterilizations in women’s prisons, they wage a near impossible battle against the Department of Corrections. Filmed over seven years with extraordinary access and intimate accounts from currently and formerly incarcerated people, Belly of the Beast exposes modern-day eugenics and reproductive injustice in California prisons.

Belly of the Beast, a New York Times Critics Pick, was the opening night film at the 2020 Human Rights Watch Film Festival and was broadcast on PBS’ Independent Lens series in November, 2020. For viewing options or to host your own screening, visit the film's website for more information. 

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