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The Epitome of Grace: The Therese Rocco Story, the First Female Assistant Police Chief in the Nation

The Epitome of Grace: The Therese Rocco Story, the First Female Assistant Police Chief in the Nation

Based on the memoir, Therese Rocco, this documentary follows the early life and career of the first female assistant police chief in nation who dedicated her life to finding missing adults and children. The film also details how Chief Rocco was overlooked for many opportunities due to being a woman. Producer Sharon Liotus later created a one-woman play about Therese’s life.

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