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The State of Texas vs. Melissa
The State of Texas vs. Melissa

The State of Texas vs. Melissa

Genres

Documentary

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Melissa Lucio was the first Hispanic woman sentenced to death in Texas. For ten years she has been awaiting her fate, and now faces her last appeal.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

102 mins

Rating

5.4/10

Release Date

15 September 2021

Country

Cast

Melissa Lucio

Melissa Lucio

Herself

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