Cut: Slicing Through the Myths of Circumcision (2007)
Overview
"Cut" is a documentary film by Eliyahu Ungar-Sargon which examines the subject of male circumcision from a religious, scientific and ethical perspective. Using cutting-edge research, in addition to interview footage of rabbis, philosophers, and scientists, Cut challenges the viewer to confront their biases by asking difficult questions about this long-standing practice.
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Budget | $0.00 |
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Original Language | en |
Popularity | 0.358 |
Directed By
Eliyahu Ungar-Sargon
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Eliyahu Ungar-Sargon
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