Backlog
“Can one voice speak for millions?”
Synopsis
In 2006, Mallory Newell was sexually assaulted on her 21st birthday. The next day she underwent a painful rape kit exam to collect clinical evidence. The police shelved her rape kit and evaded her for three years. Valerie continues to advocate for other survivors' rights, when she is called upon to become the key witness in the 2010 Senate Hearing. In the moments before she testifies, she musters the strength to re-live what got her to where she sits now, at the podium to speak in one of the greatest courts of the US, her voice finally heard.
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Official Trailer 1 BACKLOG (CIFF47)
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-03-29
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cleveland International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal
- Original Title
- Backlog
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal
Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal
Joshua Powell, Robin Wang
Department Leadership Roster
Joshua Powell
Producer
Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal
Director
Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal
Writer
Robin Wang
Producer
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What is Backlog about?
In 2006, Mallory Newell was sexually assaulted on her 21st birthday. The next day she underwent a painful rape kit exam to collect clinical evidence. The police shelved her rape kit and evaded her for three years. Valerie continues to advocate for other survivors' rights, when she is called upon to become the key witness in the 2010 Senate Hearing. In the moments before she testifies, she musters the strength to re-live what got her to where she sits now, at the podium to speak in one of the greatest courts of the US, her voice finally heard.
Who directed Backlog?
Backlog was directed by Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal.
Who stars in Backlog?
The principal cast of Backlog includes Jill Renner, Bailey Humiston, Bradley Beachum, Beth Fraser, Natalie D. Woodard.
When was Backlog released and how long is it?
Backlog was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 18m.