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The Trial

6.3(6)20111h 56m2

At 6am on May 21, 2008, armed police burst into the apartment of Austrian dog trainer and animal-rights activist Sabine Koch, arresting her. After three months in custody, Koch, together with 12 other animal-rights activists, went on trial. They were charged with being members of a criminal organisation and therefore breaching article 273a of the Austrian Penal Code, introduced in the wake of 9/11. The article’s intention is to allow the state to stifle terrorist activity. Years of observation, house searches, and undercover agents – the police left no stone unturned in its bid to prove the animal-rights activists’ guilt. The sobering result: five million Euros worth of investigation, no proof and a great deal of scepticism towards the Austrian justice system – and democracy itself.

  • TMDB

    6.3/10

    6 votes

Status
Released
Budget
Box office
Language
German
  • animal rights
  • activism
  • veganism
  • animal ethics

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Release dates

  • AustriaAT

    • Theatrical5 Nov 2011

Frequently asked questions

When was The Trial released?
The Trial was released on 5 November 2011.
Where can I watch The Trial online?
The Trial is available on Apple TV Store, VOD Club in AT. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
Is there a Hindi trailer for The Trial?
No verified Hindi trailer for The Trial is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
What is the rating of The Trial?
The Trial holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 6 votes.
Who directed The Trial?
The Trial (2011) was directed by Gerald Igor Hauzenberger.
How long is The Trial?
The Trial runs for 1h 56m.

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