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

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 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
And this appreciation is reflected in the film as well.
Joyis available on Netflix on November 22.