Documentary of the Week

A Contest to Win a Baby


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Nearly one in six American couples are unable to naturally conceive a baby and carry it to term. The documentary “Vegas Baby” follows the contestants in a controversial contest to win in-vitro fertilization treatment. Filmmaker Amanda Micheli shines a light on infertility issues by creating memorable portraits of these people and their struggles.

— Thom Powers and Raphaela Neihausen

For more information, click here to visit the official film web site.

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