S12·E5 The Pill: Prescription for Revolution
Synopsis
Described as "the greatest invention since the wheel" by novelist Angela Carter, the contraceptive pill played a crucial role in the sexual and social revolution of the 60s and 70s. With the help of archive footage from 'Up the Junction', 'Juliet Bravo' and 'Absolutely Fabulous', and interviews with women who talk frankly about the effect the pill has had on their sexual and working lives, Timewatch asks whether the introduction of the pill was a blessing or a burden.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 12 Episode 5 of Timewatch air?
Season 12, Episode 5 ('The Pill: Prescription for Revolution') originally aired on March 10, 1993.
How long is Season 12 Episode 5 ('The Pill: Prescription for Revolution')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 50 minutes.
What happens in Timewatch Season 12 Episode 5?
Described as "the greatest invention since the wheel" by novelist Angela Carter, the contraceptive pill played a crucial role in the sexual and social revolution of the 60s and 70s. With the help of archive footage from 'Up the Junction', 'Juliet Bravo' and 'Absolutely Fabulous', and interviews with...
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