The Perfect Victim (2012)

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For over thirty years, three women have languished in Missouri State prison under unjust sentences for killing their abusive husbands. Denied the opportunity to enter the abuse into evidence, each of the women represents a system broken by outdated and media-sensationalized stereotypes. When a greater understanding of the "battered" syndrome change legal practices in 2000, Missouri's Governor crafts a new law demanding the parole board reevaluate each woman's case.

Director: Elizabeth Rohrbaugh
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 82 min
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Cinematography: Kat Westergaard
Editing: Sarah Devorkin
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Perfect Victim about?
For over thirty years, three women have languished in Missouri State prison under unjust sentences for killing their abusive husbands. Denied the opportunity to enter the abuse into evidence, each of the women represents a system broken by outdated and media-sensationalized stereotypes. When a greater understanding of the "battered" syndrome change legal practices in 2000, Missouri's Governor crafts a new law demanding the parole board reevaluate each woman's case.
Who directed The Perfect Victim?
The Perfect Victim was directed by Elizabeth Rohrbaugh.
How long is The Perfect Victim?
The Perfect Victim has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
What genre is The Perfect Victim?
The Perfect Victim is a Documentary film.
Where was The Perfect Victim produced?
The Perfect Victim was produced in United States of America.