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Vera Drake: A Hero Or Villain?
Vera Drake is neither a hero nor a villain
Vera Drake is a movie about a middle-aged lady by the same name, her life, and profession. Vera performs abortions on women who may need her help. This might not seem strange to us now, but many people were strongly against it in 1950’s – the time when the movie is set. The movie presents the many reasons why Vera Drake’s intention might be good, but her actions are bad. Also that abortion should be free and safe for all, and how Vera Drake is neither a hero nor a villain.
Vera Drake is the protagonist in the movie. She is a hard working woman who helps different types of people who might need her help. She also performs illegal abortions on young girls. That is a secret not even her husband knows
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