The Business of Being Born
In America today, birth is a billion dollar business. But who is really benefiting?
Birth: it's a miracle. A rite of passage. A natural part of life. But more than anything, birth is a business. Compelled to find answers after a disappointing birth experience with her first child, actress Ricki Lake recruits filmmaker Abby Epstein to explore the maternity care system in America
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Business of Being Born
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2008-01-09
- Runtime: 87 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (21 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Barranca Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.7775
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Abby Epstein
as Self
Ina May Gaskin
as Self
Ricki Lake
as Self
Julia Barnett
as Self
Tina Cassidy
as Self
Robbie Davis-Floyd
as Self
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Trailers & Clips
"The Business of Being Born" 2007 Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Business of Being Born?▼
The Business of Being Born is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2008-01-09.
Who are the main actors in The Business of Being Born?▼
The main cast includes Abby Epstein, Ina May Gaskin, Ricki Lake, Julia Barnett, Tina Cassidy, .
Where can I watch The Business of Being Born online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Business of Being Born is available.
Is The Business of Being Born based on a true story?▼
In America today, birth is a billion dollar business. But who is really benefiting?
What is the IMDb rating of The Business of Being Born?▼
The Business of Being Born has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 21 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Business of Being Born?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Business of Being Born?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Barranca Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Business of Being Born filmed?▼
The Business of Being Born was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Business of Being Born?▼
The total runtime of The Business of Being Born is 87 minutes.
Is The Business of Being Born suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Business of Being Born?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Business of Being Born.
Does The Business of Being Born have a post-credit scene?▼
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