The new documentary Orgasm Inc.: The Strange Science of Female Pleasure, which opened theatrically in New York City on Feb. 11, will be screened on Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 4:30 p.m. in 101 Stafford Hall, followed by a question and answer session with filmmaker Liz Canner.

Orgasm Inc. investigates the pharmaceutical industry’s attempt to develop a “Viagra for women,” questioning whether drug companies could be taking advantage of women in exchange for profits.

After graduating from Brown University with a B.A. in visual arts and anthropology, Canner made a series of documentaries focusing on human rights issues, such as The World Bank and the IMF, which takes a critical look at globalization.

Canner has received more than 40 awards, honors and grants, including support from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Paul Robeson Fund for Independent Media. In Spring 2010, she became the visionary-in-residence at Dartmouth College. Find more about Canner and Orgasm Inc. at her website. 

For more information about the screening contact Deb Ellis, Deborah.Ellis@uvm.edu or (802) 343-9866. Those needing ADA accommodation, please contact Sally Knight at (802) 656-3166.