A Life Interrupted
"One tragedy can prevent a thousand crimes."
Originally released in 2007. A Life Interrupted is a drama/history film. directed by Stefan Pleszczynski.
Starring Lea Thompson, Anthony Lemke, and Cindy Busby
Synopsis
After Debbie Smith was raped, she didn't take the law into her own hands. She wrote the law... Based on a true story. In 1989, Debbie Smith was living a quiet life as a housewife with her police officer husband, Rob and their two kids, but one day it's all shattered. While her husband slept upstairs, Debbie was dragged from her kitchen in broad daylight and brutally raped in the woods. After going through the dehumanizing rape-kit, she waited with fear and paranoia. Six years later, her rapist was caught through a chance DNA test. After learning how many rape-kits go untested and how long women wait to get justice, Debbie makes it her mission so no more women will suffer the long wait to get justice.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 23, 2007
18 years ago
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Incendo Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Life Interrupted about?
After Debbie Smith was raped, she didn't take the law into her own hands. She wrote the law... Based on a true story. In 1989, Debbie Smith was living a quiet life as a housewife with her police of...
Who directed A Life Interrupted?
A Life Interrupted was directed by Stefan Pleszczynski.
When was A Life Interrupted released?
A Life Interrupted was released on April 23, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Life Interrupted?
The main cast of A Life Interrupted includes Lea Thompson, Anthony Lemke, Cindy Busby, Éléonore Lamothe, Devon Bostick.