Call Jane

Join WE Health Clinic at the Zinema for an early screening of the film Call Jane from director Phyllis Nagy, starring Elizabeth Banks and Sigourney Weaver. The story is nspired by the true story of the Jane Collective, and underground abortion service in Chicago that operated from 1969 to 1973, a time when abortion was illegal in most of the United States.

Synopsis: Chicago, 1968. As the city and the nation are poised on the brink of political upheaval, suburban housewife Joy (Elizabeth Banks) leads an ordinary life with her husband and daughter. When Joy’s pregnancy leads to a life-threatening heart condition, she must navigate an all-male medical establishment unwilling to terminate her pregnancy in order to save her life. Her journey for a solution leads her to Virginia (Sigourney Weaver), an independent visionary fiercely committed to women’s health, and Gwen (Wunmi Mosaku), an activist who dreams of a day when all women will have access to abortion, regardless of their ability to pay. Joy is so inspired by their work, she decides to join forces with them, putting every aspect of her life on the line.

There is no admission cost, but donations will be accepted.