Showing posts with label Law and Radio. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Law and Radio. Show all posts

September 12, 2016

A UK Radio Drama Explores Domestic Abuse

The popular Radio 4 drama The Archers has wrapped up a long story arc with a not guilty verdict in the trial for attempted murder of major character Helen Tichenor. She was accused after fighting back against her husband Rob, who had abused her for years. The story galvanized listeners across the UK.

More here from the Guardian:

'Frighteningly relevant and superbly handled': readers on the Archers' verdict

The BBC:

Verdict revealed:

The Telegraph:

The Archers Trial Verdict:

July 29, 2016

Culture Court: A Law and Film/Lit/Media/Radio Related Website

Lawrence Russell's Culture Court website discusses film, literature, and other media that have law-related themes. Check it out here.