The Execution of Wanda Jean
In The Execution of Wanda Jean, filmmaker Liz Garbus follows the case of Wanda Jean Allen, a woman on death row in Oklahoma for the murder of her girlfriend. The documentary explores the complexities of the justice system and the impact of Allen's execution on her family and loved ones.
As Allen's execution date approaches, her legal team fights to appeal her sentence and prevent her from being put to death. The film delves into Allen's troubled past, including her struggles with mental illness and her history of abuse.
The Execution of Wanda Jean raises important questions about the death penalty and the fairness of the criminal justice system. It challenges viewers to consider the humanity of those on death row and the implications of state-sanctioned executions.