"I don't wanna go back to jail again. Least not for more than a week or two."

Citizen Ruth (1996)
Directed by Alexander Payne, rated R, 106 minutes

Citizen Ruth is a polarizing and darkly funny film about a careless, drug-addicted pregnant woman who is thrust into the national abortion debate after a judge offers to lower her sentence if she gets an abortion. Laura Dern is amazing in the lead, bringing a certain charm to her shockingly unlikable and selfish character, making her into an almost relatable person in a tough situation. The film doesn't really pick sides, making fun of the idiocy on both sides, and seeing them fight over the amoral and ungrateful Ruth provides plenty of humor. Citizen Ruth is a great piece of satire that doesn't shove it's message down your throat and just let's you laugh at the absurdity of it all. You'll like it if: You like controversial films, political comedy, surreal comedies, Election, Thank You for Smoking or Happiness.

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