MURDER TRIAL | The disappearance
of Margaret Fleming
Firecrest Films for BBC Scotland
BBC2 and BBC Scotland commissioned Firecrest Films to document this incredible case, which had exclusive in-court filming granted by the Lord President of the Court of Session, the trial judge Lord Matthews, The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, and Police Scotland.
The Complete Camera Company used fixed-rig technology to capture every twist and turn in this unique investigation into the disappearance of Margaret Fleming, and the
subsequent prosecution of her carers for murder.
CRITICAL ACCLAIM
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“A rivetingly sad true story.”
- The Telegraph
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“Offering a compelling insight into the work of the police and prosecutors in bringing the two suspects to trial,
the documentary also shines a light on the work of the defence teams.”
- Scottish Legal News
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“A compelling 120 minutes of television with some eye-watering moments.”
- The Herald
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FACTS & FIGURES
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Filmed: April – June 2019
Aired: January 2020
Channel: BBC 2
Location: Glasgow
Viewers: 3 Million
Cameras: 8