National Theatre Live: PRIMA FACIE

Director: Justin Martin

UK, 120min, R

Screenwriter: Suzie Miller

Cast: Jodie Comer

 

Jodie Comer makes her West End debut in the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play, live from the intimate Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End! National Theatre Live, with a byline of “The best of British theatre, on a cinema screen near you” gives audiences in select cinemas in the U.K., Ireland and the U.S the chance to experience all the drama of playwright Suzie Miller’s award-winning play. This solo tour-de-force stars Jodie Comer in an extraordinary performance as Tessa, a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working-class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross-examining and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the clashing interests of the patriarchal power of the law, morals, and the burden of proof. When she herself becomes a plaintiff in a sexual assault case, Tessa’s experience and sense of justice collide with the rules of the game. Fans of TV’s Killing Eve are already familiar with Jodie Comer, but in her first appearance on the stage is a wonder.

“Nothing can quite prepare you for the range, energy, resilience, emotional clarity and sheer presence Comer offers in this play. Awards to follow” – Dominic Maxwell, The Times.