Black Earth Rising

2019•1 series•Entertainment / Drama

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Kate Ashby was raised in Britain by her adoptive mother, Eve, but was born in Rwanda and was rescued as a young child from the genocide. Following in the footsteps of her mother, a respected British prosecutor in international criminal law, Kate works as a legal investigator for Michael Ennis. When Eve takes on a case prosecuting an African militia leader in the International Criminal Court, Michael and Kate are drawn in and their lives are turned upside-down. The series takes place in the UK, the US, Europe, and Africa, and delves into challenging issues including race, justice, personal integrity and self-determination, on a global scale.

Episode 1In Other News

British citizen Kate Ashby finds the shadow of her Rwandan past impossible to escape. Contains some upsetting scenes.

Episode 2Looking at the Past

A shocking incident in the Hague throws Kate into a new investigation. Contains some strong language.

Episode 3A Ghost in Name

Facing down personal threats, Kate works with Michael to defend Alice Munezero. Contains some upsetting scenes.

Episode 4A Bowl of Cornflakes

A notorious war criminal appears in the UK, creating tensions between Kate and Michael. Contains some upsetting scenes.

Episode 5The Eyes of the Devil

Alienated from Michael, Kate considers helping the Rwandans bring Ganimana to justice. Contains some strong language.

Episode 6The Game's True Nature

Kate risks her life to find a key file prepared by her mother years earlier. Contains some strong language.

Episode 7Double Bogey on the Ninth

As Michael works to expose a crime, Kate learns the truth about her own history. Contains some strong language.

Episode 8The Forgiving Earth

Kate travels alone to Africa seeking the final truths about her personal history. Some upsetting scenes.

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