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Mercy or Murder?

1987 · 90 min TV Movie Drama

Roswell and Emily Gilbert were married for fifty-one years, but for the eight final years of their marriage Emily suffered from Alzheimer's disease and the bone disease osteoporosis. Often in pain, Emily begged to die. In March 1985, 75-year-old Roswell shot Emily in the head. He said it was an act of mercy, but he was tried for murder and convicted as the nation debated euthanasia.

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Year 1987
Country United States of America
Genre TV Movie, Drama
Director Steve Gethers
Runtime 90 min.

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Mercy or Murder? is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1987. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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