The movie A Cry for Help The Tracey Thurman story came to television in 1989. It was advertised as a movie based on a true story. The movie starred Nancy Mckeon. Mckeon received rave reviews for her portrayal of Thurman. The real case was based out of Torrington, Connecticut. It made national attention, and it was the subject of many talk shows. It also opened up a national discussion of how domestic abuse cases should be handled. Below you will find a few pics of the real woman as well as notes about the real case.
When a woman is attacked by her estranged husband, she sues the police for ignoring her earlier pleas for protection. Based on the case of Tracey Thurman.
Monday, August 12, 2013
A Cry for Help The Tracey Thurman Story (based on this case)
The movie A Cry for Help The Tracey Thurman story came to television in 1989. It was advertised as a movie based on a true story. The movie starred Nancy Mckeon. Mckeon received rave reviews for her portrayal of Thurman. The real case was based out of Torrington, Connecticut. It made national attention, and it was the subject of many talk shows. It also opened up a national discussion of how domestic abuse cases should be handled. Below you will find a few pics of the real woman as well as notes about the real case.
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