Below the Belt Film

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Below the Belt
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Directed by	Shannon Cohn
Produced by	Shannon Cohn, Patricio Cohn, Megan McCormick, Gethin Aldous
Edited by	Christopher Steward (Fahrenheit 911, Sicko), Mary Lampson (Trouble the Water, Harlan County USA)
Release date	June 2023
Running time	56 minutes (PBS)
Country	USA

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Below the Belt is a documentary that aims to shed light on the often misunderstood and underrepresented condition of endometriosis. Directed by Shannon Cohn and executive produced by Hillary Rodham Clinton, Rosario Dawson, Corinne Foxx, and Mae Whitman, the film delves into the personal stories of four individuals living with endometriosis and explores the impact of the condition on their lives.

Synopsis

"Below the Belt" is a documentary film that intimately follows the struggles of four people afflicted with endometriosis, a chronic condition affecting millions worldwide. Through their experiences, the film uncovers the systemic problems in healthcare, including societal taboos, gender and racial bias, profit-driven healthcare, and a lack of informed medical professionals. By highlighting the plight of these patients, the documentary aims to raise awareness and foster improvements in healthcare for all individuals.

Cast

The documentary features four individuals (Jenneh Rishe, Emily Hatch Manwaring, Kyong Jeon-Miranda, and Laura Cone) living with endometriosis, as well as their family members and healthcare professionals specializing in the condition. While there may not be a traditional cast list, the film includes various contributors sharing their experiences and expertise.

Production

Below the Belt was directed and produced by Shannon Cohn. The film was created in collaboration with medical professionals, patient advocacy groups, and individuals affected by endometriosis. The documentary combines personal narratives, expert interviews, and medical insights to provide a comprehensive exploration of the condition. Cohn is a lawyer, filmmaker, and advocate. She first experienced symptoms of endometriosis at the age of 16 but only became aware of the condition at age 29. The documentary was filmed over a span of 10 years, driven by Cohn's interest in addressing the barriers to care and information surrounding endometriosis and women’s health.

Release

Below the Belt first screened at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC on May 24th, 2022. It premieres on PBS in the USA in June 2023. The documentary has been screened worldwide in various public and private settings, engaging audiences in discussion around healthcare and equity challenges. It was produced in the United States, and the language used is English.

Reception

The film has already received widespread acclaim. With a 9.7/10 rating on IMDb, it has been hailed by critics for its empowering message and potential to reshape healthcare. Dr. Malcolm "Kip" Mackenzie of Harvard Medical School hailed it as a transformative experience, while People Magazine emphasized its potential to save lives. Sold-out screenings in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas have elicited positive reception, with audiences expressing deep appreciation. Jamie Foxx highlighted the remarkable courage of the women depicted in the film, while Dr. Nighat Arif advocated for its broad distribution in educational institutions, workplaces, and media platforms.

Remarks on Below the Belt:

“I'm a freaking investigative reporter, and it took me more than two decades to get answers. Below the Belt rightly frames the disease as a social justice issue.” — Megan Twohy, The New York Times Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist who broke the Harvey Weinstein scandal

“The film just blew me away—it is so powerful. It should be required viewing for every medical student and OBGYN, nurse, PA and more. I don’t think anyone who sees it will think of endometriosis the same way again.” — Roni Rabin, Health Journalist, The New York Times

“This film will save lives.” — People Magazine

“This film will change millions of lives around the world.” — Dr. Malcolm “Kip” Mackenzie, OB/GYN, Harvard Medical School

“You will be blown away by the courage the women possess in this film” — Jamie Foxx

"I have to confess, as an endometriosis surgeon spending all my working hours listening to endometriosis patients and hearing their stories, I didn't expect to learn anything new from a movie on endometriosis. I was wrong. 'Below the Belt' is a movie for everyone. Not just endometriosis patients or people around them. Not just GPs [general practitioners], not just policymakers. Everyone." — Shaheen Khazali, MD; Endometriosis specialist surgeon, London, England

"This movie needs to find its way to every classroom, university, medical school, workplace, social media platforms, mainstream TV and every government building where policymakers need to understand the internalized pain we carry as women on a daily basis." — Nighat Arif, MD, OBGYN, London, England

“The film does a great job of depicting the issues in getting an accurate, timely diagnosis, and finding proper care.” — Nancy Petersen, RN, Founder, Nancy’s Nook

"For people to understand endometriosis, you need to show what living with endometriosis truly looks like. The only way to really do that is to show all sides of it; the ones behind closed doors that no one gets to see. The film helps you see how life-altering and devastating this disease is for both those who suffer and the ones who love and support them." — Jenneh Rishe, RN, Los Angeles, CA

“The film is absolutely beautiful. Everything about it. It is honest, painful, frustrating, sad but also inspiring and hopeful. This film will do much more than educate; it will move people to action.” — Susan Richards, FNP, Baltimore, Maryland

External links

• Official website

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