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National Theatre Live: Prima Facie(2022)
Status: Released
Date: 2022-07-21
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35 Votes
Time: 1h 54m
There are no truths, only legal truths.
Overview:
Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. From working class origins, she has reached the top of her game. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United Kingdom
Revenue: $11,155,370.00
ProductionCompanies: 
L.T.D PRODUCTIONS
Movie: National Theatre Live: Prima Facie
Top 1 Billed Cast
Jodie Comer
Tessa
Video Trailer National Theatre Live: Prima Facie
Video: Official Trailer
Official Trailer
Prima Facie on Broadway
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Prima Facie on Broadway - Clip
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