New MTV Doc to Spotlight Teenage Pregnancy

LONDON: September Films has been commissioned by MTV to produce a documentary about the issue of teenage pregnancy, Baby High.

The hour-long special is due to air in prime time this summer. The film will explore what it’s really like to be a pregnant teen or teenage mom while still attending school. The program will focus on the real-life drama that four girls face as they learn how to raise their children while struggling to grow up themselves.

Sheldon Lazarus, the executive producer for DCD-owned September Films, commented: “We are delighted to be working with MTV on such a high-profile program. Baby High is not intended to legitimize teen pregnancy in any way; but rather will show how one community has come together to address the issue of teen pregnancy by offering a second chance to teens who otherwise might sacrifice their education entirely.”

David Green, the CEO of DCD Media, added: “This new commission echoes the success of our three latest series for major U.S. cable networks and reflects our growing production footprint and presence stateside.”