Yes. But it’s truth through a rose-tinted lens. The show is a memory, not a history book. The real Poplar was louder, smellier, and more desperate.
But the heart? That’s real. The courage of those women? Real. The tenacity of the nuns? Real. The show captures the feeling of sacrifice and community.
If you want the full truth, read Jennifer Worth’s books. They have language that will make your grandmother blush. And you’ll never look at a rubber glove the same way again.
And next time you watch, remember: That bicycle is not a prop. It’s a symbol of real women who pedaled through poverty, delivered joy, and never once complained about the weather. True story.
