The Abominable Crime
"When Your Love Is Against the Law"
Originally released in 2013. The Abominable Crime is a documentary film. directed by Micah Fink. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This is a story about a mother's love for her child and an activist's love for his country - and the stakes are life and death. Spanning five countries, THE ABOMINABLE CRIME explores the impacts of homophobia through the eyes of two gay Jamaicans who are forced to choose between their homeland and their lives. Simone, a young lesbian mother, survives being shot outside of her home by anti-gay gunmen. She must choose between living in hiding with her daughter in Jamaica or traveling alone to seek safety and asylum abroad. Maurice, Jamaica's leading gay-rights activist, is outed shortly after filing a lawsuit to overturn Jamaica's anti-sodomy law. He escapes to Canada, but decides to return to continue his activism.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 25, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
3.5/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Abominable Crime about?
This is a story about a mother's love for her child and an activist's love for his country - and the stakes are life and death. Spanning five countries, THE ABOMINABLE CRIME explores the impacts of...
Who directed The Abominable Crime?
The Abominable Crime was directed by Micah Fink.
How long is The Abominable Crime?
The Abominable Crime has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was The Abominable Crime released?
The Abominable Crime was released on June 25, 2013 in theaters.