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About half a million babies are born each year via IVF.

Thomasin McKenzie in Joy

Thomasin McKenzie in Joy

It is now frequently (though not always) covered by insurance.

In another, Jean is quietly but forcefully shunned from worshiping in her church.

Her own mother wants nothing to do with her once she starts this work.

Bill Nighy in Netflix’s Joy

Bill Nighy as Patrick Steptoe in Netflix’sJoy

When it comes to reproductive health, the personal has always been political.

The dynamic McKenzie describes is reflected more dramatically inJoy.

I feel this especially about Jean Purdy.

James Norton and Thomasin MacKenzie in Netflix’s Joy

James Norton and Thomasin MacKenzie in Netflix’s Joy

And this appreciation is reflected in the film as well.

Joyis available on Netflix on November 22.