NFL Star Benjamin Watson to Produce Pro-Life Documentary: "Unveil the Truth About Abortion"

Lindsay Elizabeth : Jan 23, 2020
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"There are many people in Hollywood who would consider themselves pro-life but they feel as though their viewpoint is unacceptable in the industry. No one should feel like their job is in danger because of their convictions on this issue." – Benjamin Watson

[Faithwire.com] — New England Patriots player Benjamin Watson has always been vocal about his pro-life beliefs, so it's no surprise the tight end is producing a new pro-life documentary. (Photo Credit: Benjamin Watson Facebook Page)

Watson, who is also partially financing the documentary, interviews 30 Americans in the film, who are on both sides of the aisle. The film features a few different prominent figures, including former presidential candidate and neurosurgeon Ben Carson as well as Alveda King, the niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

"My goal is to unveil the truth about abortion, the laws, the history and where our country is headed," Watson told The Hollywood Reporter in an interview. "I believe in the sanctity of life, be it in the womb or on your deathbed. That's my conviction. But with the film, I'll engage those who disagree and hear their reasoning. The number one thing I'm looking for is empathy on both sides."

"I never thought I'd be involved in a movie, but so many different laws have passed in New York, Alabama, Georgia, it seems this issue — which has always been a part of our national consciousness — has ramped up recently," Watson added. "Things are at a fever pitch."

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