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The Pod Generation

The Pod Generation

Science FictionComedyRomance3.0

In a not-so-distant future, couples can share pregnancy on a more equal footing via detachable artificial wombs. While botanist Alvy has doubts about this new way of birthing babies, his love for Rachel prompts him to take a leap of faith.In a not-so-distant future, couples can share pregnancy on a more equal footing via detachable artificial wombs. While botanist Alvy has doubts about this new way of birthing babies, his love for Rachel prompts him to take a leap of faith.

August 11, 2023 · Directed by Sophie Barthes

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Cast & crew

Emilia Clarke
Rachel
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Alvy
Rosalie Craig
Linda Wozcheck
Vinette Robinson
Alice
Kathryn Hunter
Post Office Clerk
Jean-Marc Barr
The Founder
Verona Verbakel
Radical feminist
Sarah Gallagher
Parent #2
Ken Samuels
Steven
Anne-Marie Agbodji
Affable Nurse
Nilson David
Folio Executive #6
Elke Shari Van Den Broeck
Front desk assistant

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