A Call Away

Synopsis

Oklahoma is one of 26 states with a “failure to protect” law, which prosecutes parents who fail to prevent child abuse. However, the ACLU and other groups say this law disproportionately criminalizes women, who are often victims of domestic abuse themselves. Hear the story of Clorinda Archuleta, a mother of twin boys, both of whom suffered severe injuries as infants. Clorinda and her ex-boyfriend pled guilty, but Clorinda received three consecutive life sentences under the Oklahoma law, while her partner was sentenced to 25 years. As Clorinda seeks commutation, the film shows how the law has contributed to a cycle of family separation and trauma.

Main Cast

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Crystal Kayiza
Production	Producer	Jalena Keane-Lee Crystal Kayiza
Camera	Director of Photography	Peter Quandt
Editing	Editor	Cesar Martinez
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