zoom_in Click to enlarge

Obvious Child

▲ ▼

description Obvious Child Overview

Obvious Child is a 2014 American romantic comedy film written and directed by Gillian Robespierre, expanded from her 2009 short film of the same name. The film stars comedian Jenny Slate as Donna Stern, a struggling stand-up comic who becomes pregnant after a brief encounter and decides to have an abortion. Notable for its frank treatment of reproductive choice, the film presents abortion as a normalized experience without moralizing or exploiting it for dramatic effect. Obvious Child received critical acclaim for its authentic portrayal of modern relationships, comedy, and women's experiences, establishing Slate as a leading actress in independent film.

help Obvious Child FAQ

What is Obvious Child about?

Obvious Child follows Donna Stern, a struggling New York stand-up comedian played by Jenny Slate. After a one-night stand with Max, played by Jake Lacy, she becomes pregnant and decides to have an abortion while their relationship develops.

Who directed Obvious Child?

The film was written and directed by Gillian Robespierre in her feature-film directorial debut. It expanded her 2009 short film of the same name, which also starred Jenny Slate.

When was Obvious Child released?

Obvious Child premiered at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival on January 17, 2014. A24 released it theatrically in the United States later that year.

Is Obvious Child a romantic comedy or an abortion drama?

It is structured as a romantic comedy while treating Donna's unplanned pregnancy and abortion directly. The film balances stand-up comedy, dating, and family scenes with the practical and emotional decisions surrounding her pregnancy.

swap_horiz

Looking for Obvious Child alternatives? Compare top competitors ranked & scored

arrow_forward