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In the movie, if these walls could talk, dami morey's character, clary donnelly, chooses not to share her unplanned pregnancy with her family for several reasons.
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First, clary is a single woman who becomes pregnant after a sexual assault, which adds complexity and emotional turmoil to her situation.
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She might fear the judgment and stigma associated with being a single mother and having a child out of wedlock, particularly during the time period depicted in the film 1952 -1974 and 1996.
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Historically and culturally, the implication of sharing an unplanned pregnancy with one's family could vary significantly.
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In conservative or traditional societies, there may be strong expectations regarding premarital sex, family owner and societal norms.
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Revealing an unplanned pregnancy could result in shame, social ostracism and strained familial relationships.
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In some cases, families might pressure the woman to undergo secretive arrangements such as adoption or even illegal abortions to maintain the appearance of societal confinement.
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Additionally, societal and cultural norms surrounding gender roles and expectations could influence a woman's decision to keep her pregnancy a secret.
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In some cultures, women are expected to prioritize their role as daughters, wives or mothers above their own individual desires and needs...