
National Theatre Live: Prima Facie(2022)
There are no truths, only legal truths.
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.



Movie: National Theatre Live: Prima Facie
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