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Pharmacist Turns Vigilante After Witnessing Murder
17 Mar
Summary
- A French drama follows a pharmacist fighting domestic violence victims.
- The protagonist takes matters into her own hands after a murder.
- The acclaimed series won best drama prize at La Rochelle Festival.
The French series, known internationally as L'Affaire Laura Stern, features Valérie Bonneton as Laura, a pharmacist and devoted mother.
Laura dedicates her life to aiding domestic violence victims through her organization, 'Women Standing Tall.' Her world shatters when she witnesses the murder of a member.
Outraged by the authorities' apathy, Laura decides to seek justice herself, embarking on a personal crusade.
The critically acclaimed four-part drama premiered on HBO Max France in January before its broadcast on France Télévisions. It also secured distribution in Switzerland, Spain, Canada, and the Netherlands.
Created by Marie Kremer and Frédéric Krivine, the series was produced by Tetra Media Fiction and Torcello Productions. Akim Isker directed the drama, which earned the best one-hour drama prize at the La Rochelle Fiction Festival last September.
