The Abominable Crime (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 2013, The Abominable Crime is a documentary film directed by Micah Fink, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. This is a story about a mother's love for her child and an activist's love for his country - and the stakes are life and death. Spanning five countries, THE ABOMINABLE CRIME explores the impacts of homophobia through the eyes of two gay Jamaicans who are forced to choose between their homeland and their lives. Simone, a young lesbian mother, survives being shot outside of her home by anti-gay gunmen. She must choose between living in hiding with her daughter in Jamaica or traveling alone to seek safety and asylum abroad. Maurice, Jamaica's leading gay-rights activist, is outed shortly after filing a lawsuit to overturn Jamaica's anti-sodomy law. He escapes to Canada, but decides to return to continue his activism.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Abominable Crime has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Abominable Crime page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Abominable Crime tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Abominable Crime (2013)?
- In US, The Abominable Crime is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Abominable Crime worth watching?
- The Abominable Crime holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Abominable Crime released?
- The Abominable Crime was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.