Drama,History   United States of America

The movie "On the Basis of Sex" is a biographical drama that explores the early career of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a young lawyer who becomes a champion for gender equality and later goes on to become a Supreme Court Justice.

Set in the 1950s, the film follows Ruth (played by Felicity Jones) as she attends Harvard Law School, where she faces discrimination and challenges due to being one of the few female students in a male-dominated environment. Despite her exceptional legal mind, Ruth struggles to find employment after graduating, as law firms reject her based on her gender.

Ruth's story takes a significant turn when her husband, Martin "Marty" Ginsburg (played by Armie Hammer), a law student himself, is diagnosed with testicular cancer. Despite his health issues, Marty encourages Ruth to continue pursuing her career, believing in her potential.

Ruth eventually takes up a teaching job at Rutgers Law School, where she also becomes involved with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). It is during this time that Ruth begins to see the extent of gender discrimination in the law, especially when she encounters a case involving a man who has been denied a caregiver tax deduction based on his gender.

Inspired by this injustice, Ruth and Marty team up to bring a groundbreaking case before the U.S. Court of Appeals. The case focuses on Charles Moritz, a single man who cares for his elderly mother and seeks to claim a caregiver tax deduction previously reserved only for women and widowers. Ruth believes that this case could be the turning point in overturning a century of sex discrimination in the law and achieving gender equality.

With Marty's legal expertise and Ruth's intellect, the couple faces numerous challenges as they battle the traditional and entrenched views of the male-dominated legal establishment. Facing prejudice and skepticism at every turn, they fight their way through the courts, nurturing the seed of a movement that will eventually pave the way for groundbreaking legal standards protecting gender equality.

"On the Basis of Sex" intricately documents the struggles and triumphs of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her husband Marty, highlighting their determination, resilience, and unwavering commitment to fighting for justice and equality. The movie serves as an inspiration for viewers, showcasing the early work that laid the foundation for Ruth's transformative influence on the Supreme Court in later years.
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