In 2015, Anna Stubblefield was convicted of sexually assaulting Derrick Johnson, a nonverbal man with cerebral palsy, during a controversial facilitated communication session.
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In 2015, Anna Stubblefield was convicted of sexually assaulting Derrick Johnson, a nonverbal man with cerebral palsy, during a controversial facilitated communication session.
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Synopsis
Anna Stubblefield, a Rutgers University professor, was convicted in 2015 of sexually assaulting Derrick Johnson, a nonverbal man with cerebral palsy. Stubblefield used facilitated communication to interact with Johnson, claiming they were in love. The documentary details the events surrounding the case, legal proceedings, and the implications of consent and power dynamics in relationships involving individuals with disabilities. Directed by Nick August-Perna, it was released on Netflix after facing distribution challenges.
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The GuardianLouis Theroux exec produces this look at the disturbing tale of a white female academic’s sexual abuse of a non-verbal Black man, and uses it to lay bare society’s prejudices.
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Why Watch
- Meet Anna Stubblefield, a controversial professor.
- Find out about Derrick Johnson's unique communication method.
- See the trial that sparked a national debate on consent.
Did You Know
- Anna Stubblefield was convicted of sexual assault in 2015.
- The documentary was released on Netflix after struggling to find a distributor.
- Stubblefield and Johnson met in 2009 when she began facilitating his communication.
- The film is rated TV-14 and has a duration of 100 minutes.
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Who was Anna Stubblefield convicted of sexually abusing?
Anna Stubblefield was convicted of sexually abusing Derrick Johnson, a nonverbal person with cerebral palsy.
What year was Anna Stubblefield convicted?
Anna Stubblefield was convicted in 2015.
Where was the documentary 'Tell Them You Love Me' released?
The documentary was released through Netflix after struggling to find a distributor in the United States.
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