Deep Dive: I Am Evidence (2017)
Film Lens
I Am Evidence is a documentary that investigates the issue of untested rape kits in police departments across the United States. Directed by Trish Adlesic and Geeta Gandbhir, the film follows the stories of four women—Helena, Amberly, Ericka, and Danielle—whose rape kits remain untested, leaving their cases unresolved. The film emphasizes the importance of these kits as crucial evidence in sexual assault cases and shows the systemic failures that allow thousands of kits to sit in storage without analysis.
The documentary features notable figures such as Kym Worthy and Mariska Hargitay, who advocate for change in the handling of sexual assault cases. It had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 24, 2017, and was later released by HBO on April 16, 2018. The film received critical acclaim, winning the News & Documentary Emmy Award for Best Documentary.
Why Watch
- •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.
Perfect For
Social justice advocatesTrue crime enthusiastsDocumentary lovers