2008's American Violet centers on a young mother (Nicole Beharie) fighting for justice in a small Texas town after she is falsely accused and arrested for selling drugs. In this special episode, we discuss the relevance and effectiveness of the story, and then Ben speaks with The Marshall Project's Keri Blakinger about several issues addressed in the film, including police raids, the use of confidential informants, public defenders, and plea bargains.
Trailer: American Violet
