Motley's Law (2015)
She took the job for the money but started a fight for justice
This captivating documentary follows tough-as-nails lawyer (and former Mrs. Wisconsin) Kimberley Motley, the only American allowed to practice law in Afghanistan. Motley defends US and European citizens caught in the country’s legal and political quagmire, even as she finds herself under threat of assassination. While Motley brazenly chastises Afghani judges on behalf of her clients, she must also balance the needs of her family a world away.
Director: Nicole Nielsen Horanyi
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date: October 15, 2015
Production: Made in Copenhagen
Country: United States of America, Denmark, Afghanistan
Language: English, پښتو
Original Language: en
Keywords
lawyer, kabul
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Motley's Law about?
- This captivating documentary follows tough-as-nails lawyer (and former Mrs. Wisconsin) Kimberley Motley, the only American allowed to practice law in Afghanistan. Motley defends US and European citizens caught in the country’s legal and political quagmire, even as she finds herself under threat of assassination. While Motley brazenly chastises Afghani judges on behalf of her clients, she must also balance the needs of her family a world away.
- Who directed Motley's Law?
- Motley's Law was directed by Nicole Nielsen Horanyi.
- How long is Motley's Law?
- Motley's Law has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is Motley's Law?
- Motley's Law is a Documentary film.
- Where was Motley's Law produced?
- Motley's Law was produced in United States of America, Denmark, Afghanistan.