The FGM Detectives (2018)
The horrific crime of female genital mutilation is banned in the UK but it is estimated that nearly 20,000 young women a year are still at risk of the procedure. And despite being banned more than 30 years ago, there have been no successful convictions. This harrowing documentary, from reporter Cathy Newman, follows the work of DCI Leanne Pook and her team, who are tackling the crime in Bristol.
Director: Joanna Potts
Genre: Documentary, Crime
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: February 27, 2018
Cast
- Cathy Newman - Self - Reporter
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The FGM Detectives about?
- The horrific crime of female genital mutilation is banned in the UK but it is estimated that nearly 20,000 young women a year are still at risk of the procedure. And despite being banned more than 30 years ago, there have been no successful convictions. This harrowing documentary, from reporter Cathy Newman, follows the work of DCI Leanne Pook and her team, who are tackling the crime in Bristol.
- Who directed The FGM Detectives?
- The FGM Detectives was directed by Joanna Potts.
- Who stars in The FGM Detectives?
- The FGM Detectives stars Cathy Newman.
- How long is The FGM Detectives?
- The FGM Detectives has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is The FGM Detectives?
- The FGM Detectives is a Documentary, Crime film.