Spermworld
In a world where traditional sperm banks and fertility clinics are often out of reach due to high costs and strict regulations, hopeful parents are increasingly turning to online forums and Facebook groups to connect with sperm donors—sometimes for free.
FX’s Spermworld, a documentary directed by Lance Oppenheim and inspired by a New York Times article called “The Sperm Kings Have a Problem: Too Much Demand,” offers a revealing look into these exchanges. The documentary follows the encounters between sperm donors and recipients, with exchanges often taking place in parking lots, roadside motels, or public bathrooms. No contracts, no professional guidelines, and no legal oversight—just strangers navigating a makeshift fertility system.
Hopeful parents turn to these unregulated markets for varied reasons. Some seek cheaper alternatives to clini
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