Joy (2024)

Actor: Thomasin McKenzie, Rish Shah, James Norton
Director: Ben Taylor
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Biography
Release: November 22, 2024
IMDB Rating: 7.1/10

Synopsis

Set in the early 1970s, Joy introduces viewers to a determined trio who are united by a groundbreaking mission: to defy societal conventions and revolutionize reproductive medicine. The movie’s central figure is Louise Joy Brown, who was born as the first IVF baby in 1978, and the film delves into the journey of those who helped make this scientific achievement a reality. From the medical challenges they faced to the resistance they met from conservative forces, the film presents a gripping portrayal of persistence, struggle, and eventual triumph.