Family Life
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Family Life

A family is shattered over the daughter's forced abortion. As she rebels against her family and their traditional, authoritarian, typical-of-the-time ...norms, she is hospitalized and otherwise mistreated. Show More

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In the movie Family Life (1971), a family is torn apart when their daughter is forced to undergo an abortion. The young woman rebels against her family's traditional and authoritarian values, leading to her mistreatment and hospitalization. Set against the backdrop of the 1970s, the film explores the tensions and conflicts within a family and the profound impact of societal expectations on individual autonomy.

As the daughter struggles to assert her independence and control over her own body, she faces opposition from her family who cling to outdated beliefs and restrictive norms. The film delves into the complexity of family dynamics and the emotional fallout that occurs when individual desires clash with familial expectations.

Family Life offers a poignant and thought-provoking examination of generational conflict, cultural norms, and the enduring power dynamics within families. Through its raw and emotional storytelling, the movie challenges viewers to confront the complexities of family relationships and the toll that societal pressures can take on individual freedom and personal autonomy.

Also Known As:

Family Life

Release Date:

18 Feb 1972

Writers:

David Mercer

Awards:

Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award6 wins & 1 nomination total