'I saw Nick Loeb producing this extraordinary thing' - Jon Voight speaks on courage behind the making of Roe v. Wade

Jon Voight's Heartfelt Connection to "Roe v. Wade": An Intimate Look at a Hollywood Legend's New Film

Hollywood icon Jon Voight, 82, opened up about his emotional connection to his latest film, "Roe v. Wade," revealing a personal tragedy that made the subject of abortion especially resonant for him. "My wife and I lost a child during pregnancy. It was a great great loss, it was a great trauma for my wife," Voight told Page Six.

A Personal Connection to a Controversial Film

This deeply personal connection, stemming from a miscarriage that his former wife Marcheline Bertrand suffered in 1972, clearly drives Voight's passion for the film. He insightfully comments, "You know when a woman is carrying life — it's a huge event and not to be taken lightly."

"Roe v. Wade" delves into the landmark 1973 Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion, a decision that still sparks contentious debate. Voight's performance as Chief Justice Burger offers a nuanced perspective on a subject often oversimplified. He adds, "So I thought this [film is] a good thing to do. People should examine what it is and the people who are part of that decision-making in 1973 it goes back pretty far."

Courage and Controversy: Behind the Scenes of "Roe v. Wade"

What sets this film apart is not just its subject matter, but the courage required to produce it. Voight praises writer and director Nick Loeb, saying, "I saw Nick Loeb producing this extraordinary thing here's a picture that would not have been made in Hollywood because it's very controversial."

The film's topic was also significant for Loeb, who fought a legal battle over frozen embryos with his ex, Sofía Vergara. Though he ultimately lost the case, the subject matter's complexity plays out both on and off-screen.

Voight's Plea for Deeper Understanding

Though an avid Trump supporter, Voight wants viewers to see beyond politics and approach the film with open minds. "This film is not for simplistic response. It's an emotional experience, it is a historical experience, it is an education for all of us, so we all talk about this," he emphasized.

In a time when conversations surrounding abortion often devolve into heated arguments, Voight's heartfelt connection to "Roe v. Wade" brings a fresh perspective to a very old debate. His passion is not only seen in his words but also his performance, earning him the Best Supporting Actor award at the 2020 Vienna Independent Film Festival.

"Roe v. Wade" is not just a film; it's a plea for empathy, understanding, and serious consideration of a subject that continues to divide the nation. Available on Amazon Prime, iTunes & PVOD from April 2, the movie invites us to look past the headlines and dive into the real story behind one of the most significant legal decisions in U.S. history, as reported by Page Six.

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