Hollywood got a deeper, first-person look inside the abortion industry Monday night during the premier of the film “Unplanned.”
The film is based on the true story of Planned Parenthood director-turned pro-life advocate Abby Johnson. It comes out in theaters nation-wide on March 29.
Attendees described a packed theater Monday at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles where celebrities like singer Joy Villa, pro-life leaders including Lila Rose and Johnson herself, and conservative entrepreneur Mike Lindell had the opportunity to watch the film for the first time.
Some said they were moved to tears by the film as it depicted Johnson’s struggles through two abortions, her work at Planned Parenthood and her decision to leave and become pro-life.
The premier concluded with a standing ovation.
Johnson, who spoke at the premier, tweeted a photo of her attending with her husband and oldest daughter:
At the red carpet premiere of @UnplannedMovie!!! I can’t believe this is our life. It’s all very surreal for this mama. pic.twitter.com/mG4n8emo0B
— Abby Johnson (@AbbyJohnson) March 19, 2019
Many in attendance were well-known pro-life leaders and conservative media personalities:
Standing ovation for @UnplannedMovie.
Well deserved! Congratulations to the cast and crew. Best movie released by @PureFlix. pic.twitter.com/Gr9A801lG0
— Scooter Downey (@TrueLegendFilms) March 19, 2019
3 PACKED THEATERS! Hundreds gather for #unplanned LA premiere @unplannedmovie @Desidesigns dress! 💝💞🌸🎀💕💖👑👏🏾 pic.twitter.com/2rYgSZkLJo
— Joy Villa (@Joy_Villa) March 19, 2019
Just watched Unplanned at its premiere. Highly recommend. I cried at least 4 times. It’s a very moving story. Thank you @AbbyJohnson for sharing it with the world. I am proud to be pro-life.
— Kassy Dillon (@KassyDillon) March 19, 2019
What a night! 📽✨
Hollywood rolled out the red carpet for the @UnplannedMovie!@AbbyJohnson, thank you for sharing your story with us.
And @_AshleyBratcher, thank you for your powerful portrayal. pic.twitter.com/orrhUePt6W— Catherine Hadro (@CatSzeltner) March 19, 2019
Walking the red carpet at the @unplannedmovie premiere. Styling @elenanazaroff vest @fortunatokyo Makeup by @maccosmetics #macartistrelations. pic.twitter.com/Zi8CTZKeva
— Ricky Rebel (@RickyRebelRocks) March 19, 2019
Red Carpet Premiere of @UnplannedMovie 🎉 pic.twitter.com/WgKT7Ry5tu
— Live Action (@LiveAction) March 19, 2019
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At least 1,000 theaters are slated to screen the film starting March 29. The film is rated “R” but a group of conservative leaders are contesting the rating.
Visit UnplannedFilm.com for more details.