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On Hostile Ground
Cowboy Booking International

On Hostile Ground reviews
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Metascore: 70 Metascore out of 100
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MPAA RATING: Not rated

Starring Dr. Richard Stuntz, Susan Cahill, and Dr. Morris Wortman

This compelling film explores various controversial issues through the eyes of three dedicated U.S. abortion providers. (Cowboy Booking International)


GENRE(S): Documentary  
DIRECTED BY: Liz Mermin
Jenny Raskin
 
RELEASE DATE: Theatrical: April 6, 2001 
RUNNING TIME: 73 minutes, Color 
ORIGIN: USA 

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90
Mr. Showbiz Kevin Maynard
Powerfully show both the personal testimonies of these ordinary heroes and their day-to-day struggles at work.
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75
Christian Science Monitor David Sterritt
Contains much instructive and eye-opening material.
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70
TV Guide Ken Fox
It offers three true profiles in courage, and a uniquely human perspective on one of the most contentious social issues of our time.
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70
The New York Times Dave Kehr
While much of the film seems amateurishly shot, it has been edited into a highly professional presentation, one that smoothly intertwines the three stories and builds to an emotionally satisfying conclusion.
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70
Village Voice Jessica Winter
Inevitably a tale more cautionary than inspirational.
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63
New York Post V.A. Musetto
It would have been nice to have a little more from the other side.
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63
New York Daily News Jami Bernard
Shows how the lives of three health-care professionals have changed now that their line of work has gotten so dangerous.
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