Read More: Bond/360 Acquires Birthing Documentary 'The Mama Sherpas' Ricki Lake, frequent star of John Waters' films -- most notably the original "Hairspray" -- and successful daytime talk show host, has gone through a major career shift since leaving her spot on television, refocusing her attention on producing documentaries about women's reproductive issues, including childbirth and birth control. Starting with her best friend Abby Epstein's "The Business of Being Born," Lake has used her name to bring attention to topics that mean something to her. After having her own experiences with alternative birthing options, Lake began her producing journey. Her latest project, executive producing Brigid Maher's "The Mama Sherpas," sees Lake working on a film that focuses on midwives and their involvement with births, both in private facilities and in hospital settings. Soon, Lake will being working on "Sweetening the Pill," a documentary...
- 7/21/2015
- by Kaeli Van Cott
- Indiewire
Read More: Just in Time for Mother's Day: Cavu Pictures to Release 'Breastmilk' Into Theaters Bond/360 has acquired new documentary "The Mama Sherpas," executive produced by Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein ("The Business of Being Born"). Directed by Brigid Maher ("Veiled Voices"), the documentary takes a look inside the collaborative practices of midwives and doctors, and the growing evolution of birth perceptions across the country. The film provides a window into the intimate lives of those midwives working within the hospital system. The documentary focuses on a big shift in the birthing industry: an increased number of Caesarean sections. Recently, the idea of "collaborative care" for a pregnant woman, during which doctors and midwives work together, has become more popular. Research shows that these care models produce better results for both mothers and their children. “We were thrilled to discover Brigid Maher's...
- 4/23/2015
- by Anya Jaremko-Greenwold
- Indiewire
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