Carla's List
Carla's List

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Carla's List

2007
Movie
100 min
French

Carla Del Ponte is the Chief Prosecutor at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). This documentary follows her and the staff at the tribunal as they seek justice for the victims of the former Yugoslavian war.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Rainer MatsutaniGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A successful lawyer, Carla, discovers a list of women who were victims of a notorious serial rapist, who is now seeking her help for his defense. Torn between her professional duty and her personal sense of justice, Carla must confront her own past and the dark secrets of the case. The film explores themes of trauma, revenge, and the complexities of the legal system.

Critical Reception

Carla's List received a mixed to positive reception. Critics generally praised the performances, particularly Suzanne von Borsody's portrayal of the conflicted protagonist, and the film's tense atmosphere. However, some found the plot occasionally predictable and the handling of sensitive subject matter to be somewhat uneven. Audiences responded similarly, appreciating the dramatic intensity but with reservations about the narrative's execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Suzanne von Borsody delivers a compelling performance as a lawyer facing a moral dilemma.

  • The film effectively builds suspense, though the story sometimes relies on familiar tropes.

  • The handling of the dark subject matter is ambitious but not always fully realized.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by German author Judith Kerr.

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