Nuclear Family (2021)

Ry Russo-Young delves into her childhood to examine the essence of family in Nuclear Family. Set against the backdrop of the late 70s and early 80s, she and her sister Cade are raised by their two lesbian mothers using sperm donors—a radical notion for the time. Their seemingly perfect upbringing is disrupted by a sudden legal battle that alters the course of their lives, leaving lasting impacts that echo throughout the years. This poignant exploration captures the complexities of love, identity, and the struggle for acceptance within a changing society.