Fair Cop: A Century of British Policewomen

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Released March 16, 2015

Overview

With 2015 marking the 100th anniversary of the first British policewoman being given the power of arrest, this film takes us through the remarkable history of 100 years of Britain's female police force. It explores the individual careers and ambitions of women police officers who, through their bravery and guile, were determined to succeed in a profession that never wanted them. It is a story about ingenuity and determination as well as law and order. A Fair Cop is a hidden history of our society, depicting a battle of the sexes that masked a battle for power.

Runtime

1h 30m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

Fair Cop: A Century of British Policewomen


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

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    If Not Us Films

    United States

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    BBC Four

    United States

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