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Aftershock (2022 film)

Aftershock (2022) is a documentary film focusing on the preventable deaths of two women due to childbirth complications. The film follows Omari Maynard and Bruce McIntyre, the partners of the deceased women, as they navigate their grief and become activists. They fight for justice and raise awareness about the systemic issues within the American healthcare system that disproportionately affect Black women, leading to alarmingly high maternal mortality rates. The documentary highlights the racial disparities in maternal care and the urgent need for reform.

January 23, 2022: Film Premiere at Sundance Film Festival

On January 23, 2022, Aftershock premiered at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.

March 13, 2022: Screening at South by Southwest

On March 13, 2022, 'Aftershock' was screened at South by Southwest.

July 19, 2022: Film Release

On July 19, 2022, ABC News Studios, Onyx Collective, and Hulu released 'Aftershock'.