CHINESE RING.
A lifetime with an IUD — and the courage to remove it
About the Film:
A 73-year-old Chinese woman confronts her past by undergoing the removal of an intrauterine device (IUD) — a common but rarely discussed birth control method imposed on women in China for decades.
Directed by Yunxia Wang
Why Watch?
🏥 Hidden History: Exposes the legacy of China’s family planning policies
👵 Aging & Agency: An elderly woman’s reclaiming of bodily autonomy
🎬 Festival Official Selection: Featured in the 2025 Women’s Rights Film Festival
When, Where & Save
🗓️ Festival Dates: March 26 – April 25, 2025
📍 Location: Global Online Event
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