The A-Word (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2010, The A-Word is a documentary film directed by Lindsay Ellis, running about 27 minutes. “It's easier said than done.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the fall of 2009, Lindsay Ellis, a 26-year old graduate student, went through the painful process of having an abortion. “The A-Word” follows Ellis as she opens up to her family and organizations from both sides of the debate, in search of healing. This is not a film about the protests and debates wrapped up in religious views and political agenda, but rather a personal journey about one woman’s struggle to shed the stigma attached to the A-word in hopes of starting a dialogue.
Who’s in it. The A-Word stars Lindsay Ellis as Herself, Aspen Baker as Himself, Ted Braun as Himself and Mark Capalbo as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The A-Word sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The A-Word page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The A-Word (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The A-Word change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The A-Word worth watching?
- The A-Word holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The A-Word?
- The A-Word stars Lindsay Ellis, Aspen Baker, Ted Braun, Mark Capalbo and Robin Capalbo.
- When was The A-Word released?
- The A-Word was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.