Private Violence

Oct 17 2014 TV-14 1h 20m
Crime, Documentary, Drama

One in four women experience violence in their homes. Have you ever asked, “Why doesn't she just leave?” Private Violence shatters the brutality of our logic and intimately reveals the stories of two women: Deanna Walters, who transforms from victim to survivor, and Kit Gruelle, who advocates for justice.

Plot

Oklahoma Cop Deanna was kidnapped by Robbie, her estranged husband, and beaten in the cab of his truck over a harrowing four-day journey. They were pulled over by police and she was taken to the hospital. In spite of Deanna's devastating injuries, Robbie was not arrested. Private Violence, a feature-length documentary, follows Deanna's journey as she rebuilds her life and fights to place Robbie behind bars. Accompanying Deanna is Kit Gruelle, a domestic violence victim turned advocate who navigates the complex world of domestic violence courts, shelters, and law enforcement.

Written by

N/A

Directed by

Cynthia Hill

Cast

Kit Gruelle, Deanna Walters, Stacy Cox

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Artemis Rising, Markay Media, HBO Documentary Films, Chicken & Egg Pictures, Candescent Films

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins & 4 nominations total

Featurettes
Meet The Artists '14: Cynthia Hill - Sundance Film Festival
Scores
# of Votes
299
Average Rating
7 out of 10
Metascore
69
Popularity
NA