Melodramas Exploring the Theme of Infertility

Description: Nina (Jennifer Aniston) decides to have a child with her gay best friend George (Paul Rudd), exploring themes of unconventional family structures and the emotional complexities of infertility.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by Stephen McCauley. It was one of the first mainstream films to address same-sex relationships in a positive light.

Description: This film follows Novalee Nation, who, after being abandoned by her boyfriend, gives birth in a Walmart. The theme of infertility is explored through her friend Lexie, who struggles with multiple pregnancies and the inability to carry a child to term.

Fact: The film was based on the novel by Billie Letts. Natalie Portman was originally considered for the role of Novalee.

Description: This film centers on a lesbian couple, Nic and Jules, who have two children conceived via artificial insemination. It delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the emotional impact of infertility on relationships.

Fact: The film won the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. It was also nominated for four Academy Awards.

Description: Kate Holbrook (Tina Fey) hires a surrogate, Angie Ostrowiski (Amy Poehler), to carry her baby due to her own fertility issues. The film humorously explores the dynamics of surrogate motherhood and the emotional rollercoaster of infertility.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life story of a woman who hired a surrogate. Fey and Poehler were already friends before working on this film.

Description: This comedy-drama involves a woman (Jennifer Aniston) who decides to use a sperm donor to conceive. The film explores themes of biological connection and the unexpected turns in the journey to parenthood.

Fact: The film is based on the short story "Baster" by Jeffrey Eugenides. Jason Bateman, who stars in the film, also directed it.

Description: Jennifer Lopez stars as Zoe, who decides to undergo artificial insemination to become a single mother. The film touches on the emotional and physical trials of conception, including the challenges of fertility treatments.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Plan B." Lopez was pregnant with twins during the filming of the movie.

Description: Vince Vaughn plays David Wozniak, a man who discovers he has fathered 533 children through anonymous sperm donations. The film touches on themes of fertility, fatherhood, and the desire for connection.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 2011 French-Canadian film "Starbuck." Vaughn also produced the movie.

Description: A couple hires a surrogate to carry their child, but the arrangement leads to unexpected emotional and legal complications, highlighting the struggles of infertility and the desire for a family.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life stories of surrogate motherhood. It was produced for Lifetime Television.

Description: A woman (Madonna) and her gay best friend (Rupert Everett) decide to have a child together, but their relationship is tested by the challenges of parenting and the emotional toll of infertility.

Fact: This was Madonna's second starring role in a feature film. The film was not well-received critically but has gained a cult following.

Description: While not directly about infertility, this film explores themes of loss, grief, and the desire for legacy, which can resonate with those facing fertility issues as they seek to leave something behind.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Iowa City West High School volleyball team. It was well-received for its emotional depth and real-life inspiration.