The Case of Sally Challen

Overview

Jailed for life in 2011 for killing her husband, Sally Challen was convicted on the unanimous decision of the jury. The result provoked little surprise among her friends and family, yet evidence later revealed that Challen was the victim of coercive control from her husband, who would manage her social life and spending. With fewer than 10% of appeals ever quashing a conviction, this documentary is a compelling case for the need for greater nuance in the law and its reporting.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

December 9, 2019

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United Kingdom

Production

Minnow Films

Cast

Jack Cowdy,Harriet Wistrich,David Challen,Jenny Stanton,Evan Starke,Clare Wade QC,Dr. Tim Exworthy,Sally Challen

Director

Lizzie Kempton,Rowan Deacon

Producer

Katherine Anstey,Sophie Leonard,Arthur Cary,Clare Paterson

Cinematography

Patrick Smith

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

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