Murdered By My Boyfriend

The action begins in 2010 when Ashley meets Reece at a house party and starts a relationship that soon becomes controlling. Over the next three years, they live together with their daughter Jasmine, while Reece's violence escalates. The story culminates in the murder and a subsequent courtroom case in the early 2010s.

Set primarily in Nottingham (2010) with a pivotal sequence during a night out in Leicester, the story follows Ashley's life in urban England. Key locations include a house party, a clothing store where she works, and the couple's home that becomes the center of escalating tension. The settings reflect a real-world, working-class cityscape where intimate relationships unfold amid community spaces.

🔒 Coercive Control

The film portrays how Reece isolates Ashley, dictates her choices, and monitors her every move, gradually tightening his grip on her life. This manipulation hides behind a veneer of affection, making it hard for Ashley to see an exit.

💢 Domestic Violence

A pattern of physical abuse escalates over time, including brutal beating that leaves Ashley emotionally and physically scarred. The story shows how fear, shame, and dependence complicate attempts to leave.

⚖️ Justice & Aftermath

The aftermath follows legal proceedings that acknowledge the severity of the violence. Reece’s sentence is contested and increased on appeal, highlighting the consequences of abusive behavior. The courtroom becomes a space where truth meets accountability.