Behind Closed Doors (2023)
Behind Closed Doors is a BAFTA Award-nominated documentary produced by True Vision Productions. This powerful film provides unprecedented access to the Thames Valley Police Domestic Abuse Teams and the victims of violence they assist. It offers an extraordinary insight into the most common violent crime that occurs within the home: domestic abuse.
Here are the key points from the documentary:
- Subject Matter:
- The film focuses on domestic abuse, a pervasive issue affecting countless lives.
- It follows three brave women who waive their right to anonymity, revealing how insidious and terrifying domestic abuse can be.
- Real-Life Perspective:
- Shot over 12 months, the documentary starts from the moment an emergency call is received.
- It exposes the complex emotions experienced when someone you love becomes violent.
- The film also highlights the difficulties faced by police when victims’ feelings prevent them from being completely honest.
- Justice and Consistency:
- The lack of consistency in sentencing offenders is evident.
- Despite repeated court appearances, some perpetrators are released by magistrates, leaving victims disillusioned with the justice system.
It’s a stark portrayal of the challenges faced by victims and law enforcement in addressing domestic abuse.
