Write a 1-paragraph essay about The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (Movie).
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Based on the best-selling book by Rebecca Skloot, the movie delves into the ethical dilemmas surrounding the unauthorized use of Henrietta's cells, which were taken without her knowledge or consent in 1951. Show more…
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