Why single Chinese women are freezing their eggs in California
In China, it’s illegal for unmarried women to freeze their eggs. This law, combined with a more independent and career-focused generation of women entering their 30s across the country, has incentivised an increasing number of Chinese women to travel to the United States for egg-freezing treatments. This documentary from the Chinese filmmaker Rongfei Guo follows two women in their 30s living in Beijing as they navigate the expensive – and logistically and emotionally complex – journey to pursue the procedure in Los Angeles. Thoughtfully crafted, Guo’s nuanced portrait captures both broader societal trends and two deeply intimate stories of womanhood in China.
Director: Rongfei Guo
Website: Guardian Documentaries
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