A life For A Life is based on events surrounding the trial and conviction of Stefan Kiszko (Tony Maudsley), one of the most tragic miscarriages of justice in recent years. In 1976, Kiszko was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of 11-year-old Lesley Molseed, who had been knifed to death and left on the bleak Pennine moors.

Kiszko's mother, Charlotte (Olympia Dukakis), campaigned tirelessly for his release. But her son was to serve 16 years before evidence that had been suppressed at his trial had been brought to light. It was conclusive proof that he could not have committed the crime.

Kiszko is a compelling story of human tragedy. Stefan Kiszko was an awkward, uncommunicative figure from a sheltered background who confessed to the murder only after being told he could return home to his mother if he did so. In truth, his confession was the only evidence against him.

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