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You may be considering going to see Despicable Me, starring Steve Carrell. Before you go, please do some research. We learned this from an adoptive family who was caught off guard by the negative adoption themes in the movie. We suggest families be prepared and read some reviews before going to see Despicable Me. Read below to see what one mother had to say about the movie.
Mother's Day can be a difficult time for all members of the adoption triad. It can be especially painful for woman who had made an adoption plan. In recognition of the loving decision these courageous women have made, we encourage you to remember your child's birth mother on Mother's Day or Birth Mother's Day.
An Opportunity for Conversation
For the past several weeks, there has been daily news reports of the furor related to the adoption of a child from Russia. Along with the news reports, many media personalities are speaking about adoption. As adoptive parents, you know that there are stories behind the stories and that many of the sound bites are presenting misinformation.
PBS's POV will feature three films about adoption — Wo Ai Ni (I Love You) Mommy by Stephanie Wang-Breal (airing Aug 31); Off and Running by Nicole Opper (airing Sep 7); and In the Matter of Cha Jung Hee by Deann Borshay Liem (airing Sep 14). The three films will serve to launch a national public awareness campaign to examine issues facing adopted persons and families who choose to adopt.
To See The Trailers:
http://video.pbs.org/video/1560822247


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