The film “Joy” released on Netflix highlights the challenges faced by the pioneers of IVF treatment in the UK in the late 1960s and 70s. The movie brings attention to the fragile state of fertility treatment today, with threats in the US and limited availability in the UK due to financial constraints. Despite over 10 million IVF births since the first in 1978, there are increasing controversies surrounding the treatment. The film aims to celebrate the origin of IVF while also addressing opposition, fear, and ignorance. Personal experiences of the filmmakers influenced the emotional storytelling of the movie, shedding light on the importance of accessibility to IVF treatment for all individuals.
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Team behind film about world’s first IVF baby hope to spread joy and debate
