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One Minute to Nine

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After suffering years of abuse, Wendy Maldonado killed her husband and was subsequently sentenced to a lengthy prison term.

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Mike Hale New York Times 11/03/2021
It's really a study in character and tragic circumstance, one that poses questions about justice and human nature but doesn't reach for answers. Go to Full Review Andrew O'Hehir Salon.com 08/04/2008
With its gradual buildup and devastating last 20 minutes, Tommy Davis' documentary about Wendy Maldonado, a woman in rural Oregon who murdered her abusive husband, was the most powerful doc I saw at SXSW this year. Go to Full Review Paige Newman MSNBC 08/04/2008
This moving story is one that will stay with you long after you watch it -- and be prepared to cry. Go to Full Review Peter Martin ScreenAnarchy 08/04/2008
One Minute to Nine remains tightly focused on Wendy and her family, and it's that narrow scope that increases the power of the film. Go to Full Review Karina Longworth SpoutBlog 03/17/2008
A must-see...disturbing and heartbreaking in equal measure. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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jorge g 11/02/2016 Devastating doc about a family's prolonged mental and physical abuse at the hands of the father. An important film that raises awareness of a terrible situation that occurs way too often around the world. See more 02/20/2010 Amazing and eye-opening movie. It was very emotional to watch for me but I'm extremely glad I did. Everyone should watch this movie, it gives you a new perspective. See more Read all reviews
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Tommy Davis

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Tommy Davis

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Synopsis After suffering years of abuse, Wendy Maldonado killed her husband and was subsequently sentenced to a lengthy prison term.
Director
Tommy Davis
Screenwriter
Tommy Davis
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 10, 2017
Runtime
1h 10m
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