Thousands of untested rape kits sit in storage across police departments in the United States, leaving many cases unresolved.
“My body was a crime scene.”
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Thousands of untested rape kits sit in storage across police departments in the United States, leaving many cases unresolved.
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Helena, Amberly, Ericka, and Danielle each waited years for justice as their rape kits remained untested in police storage. "I Am Evidence" investigates the staggering number of untested kits across the United States, revealing systemic failures within the criminal justice system. Directed by Trish Adlesic and Geeta Gandbhir, the film features advocates like Kym Worthy and Mariska Hargitay, who push for reforms. It premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 24, 2017, and was released by HBO on April 16, 2018.
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- Meet four women fighting for justice
- See the impact of untested rape kits
- Follow Mariska Hargitay's advocacy efforts
Did You Know
- The film won the News & Documentary Emmy Award for Best Documentary.
- I Am Evidence premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 24, 2017.
- It holds a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 14 reviews.
- The documentary has a weighted average score of 8.20/10 on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Who directed the documentary I Am Evidence?
I Am Evidence was directed by Trish Adlesic and Geeta Gandbhir.
When was I Am Evidence released by HBO?
I Am Evidence was released on April 16, 2018, by HBO.
What award did I Am Evidence win?
I Am Evidence won the News & Documentary Emmy Award for Best Documentary.
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