The Pill

"The untold story of the drug that changed the world"

Chronicles little known chapters in the history of the birth control pill. Examines how far the pharmaceutical industry was willing to risk women's health. Interviews women from Puerto Rico who became unsuspecting test subjects. Provides insights from women health activists who questioned the high-dose version's safety, and testimony from scientists who developed the pill.

Release Date

March 11, 1999

Status

Released

Original Title

The Pill

Runtime

45min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Production Companies

ONF | NFB