A Cry for Help: The Tracey Thurman Story (1989)

Plot

Tracy Thurman's marriage to an abusive husband spirals into a nightmare when, despite obtaining a restraining order, she faces relentless harassment. The police prove ineffective, and the situation escalates tragically when he violently attacks her, inflicting severe injuries right before officers. Determined to seek justice, Tracy takes legal action against the city and the police department, highlighting their negligence in her protection. Her harrowing journey sheds light on the systemic failures in addressing domestic violence and the desperate need for better safeguards for victims.