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Lake of Fire: Exploring the issue that divides the world (2008)

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Posted by Mike Solis on Oct. 1, 2012

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A graphic documentary on both sides of the abortion debate.

American History X director Tony Kaye climbs inside of the decades-old abortion debate in a study of the pro-life and pro-choice positions, in the processs he uncovers not an objective black and white issue but a myriad of circumstances and sub-issues of tremendous moral complexity and ambiguity.

He then investigates the sub-philosophies and ideas that belie each side, with generous input and assistance from socialist Noam Chomsky, and via interviews with Christian theologians and professors of bioethics and philosophy.

Kaye also gives substantial consideration to the violence directed by certain extremists at abortion doctors, nurses and clinics. The director worked on the picture for well over 15 years, and it serves as a prime candidate for the definite abortion documentary.

However be forewarned: Lake of Fire includes lengthy, graphic depictions of abortion procedures and their physical and emotional side-effects, and is not for the squeamish or suitable for younger audiences.

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