Leona's Sister Gerri (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1995, Leona's Sister Gerri is a documentary and tv movie film directed by Jane Gillooly, running about 57 minutes.
What it’s about. Millions have seen the photograph, and no one who has seen it will ever forget it. A naked woman, dead from a botched illegal abortion, lying on a motel room floor. The picture appeared in Ms. Magazine in April 1973, and quickly became a symbol for the abortion rights movement. LEONA'S SISTER GERRI tells the dramatic story of Gerri Santoro, a mother of two and the "real person" in the now famous photo. Should the media have used this image? What circumstances led to Gerri's tragic death? Powerfully addressing issues of reproductive rights and domestic violence, this video is a moving portrait of Gerri Santoro's life and society's response to her death.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Leona's Sister Gerri has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leona's Sister Gerri page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Leona's Sister Gerri (1995)?
- In US, Leona's Sister Gerri is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Leona's Sister Gerri worth watching?
- Leona's Sister Gerri holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Leona's Sister Gerri released?
- Leona's Sister Gerri was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.