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Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Joy’ on Netflix, a Nice Historical Drama About the Development of IVF, Starring Thomasin McKenzie
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A compelling look at the pioneering woman behind the development of IVF, starring rising star Thomasin McKenzie in this captivating Netflix historical drama.
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- Based on the life of Dr. Jean Purdy, one of the unsung heroes who co-developed the first successful IVF procedure in the 1970s, 'Joy' delivers a timely story of women's struggles in the male-dominated world of medicine.
- Veteran actor Bill Nighy shines in a supporting role as Dr. Purdy's colleague and ally, adding depth and nuance to the film's exploration of the social and ethical implications of this groundbreaking reproductive technology.
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Thomasin McKenzie, Bill Nighy, Dr. Jean Purdy, Netflix, 'Joy'