Shadows of Doubt: State vs. 85188 Vincent Simmons


1h 26m 1999

Brief Synopsis

A story of rape and race in a small, rural Louisiana town, examines the case of one of the six prisoners from "The Farm" and his appeal to clear his name. Vincent Simmons was sentenced to 100 years for the rape of teenage twins and has never waivered from his original claim of innocence. The victims

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1999

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 26m

Synopsis

A story of rape and race in a small, rural Louisiana town, examines the case of one of the six prisoners from "The Farm" and his appeal to clear his name. Vincent Simmons was sentenced to 100 years for the rape of teenage twins and has never waivered from his original claim of innocence. The victims, Karen and Sharon Sanders, insist the right man has been convicted. stack returns to the southern parish, the scene of the crime, and the summary trial in search of truth and justice.

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1999

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 26m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Co-directed by Mike Levin, "Shadows of Doubt: State vs. 85188 Vincent Simmons" marks his follow-up to his award winning documentary feature for Jonathan Stack who debuted with "The Farm" (USA/1998).

Shown in New York City (Walter Reade) as part of series "Independents Night!" March 16, 2000.