The murder of a young woman's son sparks a pivotal moment in the fight for women's rights and political equality in early 20th-century Switzerland, setting the stage for a historic court case. Young seamstress Frieda Keller becomes the central figure in a high-profile legal battle that exposes the deep injustices of a patriarchal society. Her case forces male prosecutors to confront personal and professional dilemmas that challenge their views on morality and gender equality. As the trial unfolds, public protests and media attention highlight the unequal treatment of women in the legal system. Frieda’s fight for justice becomes a symbol of the broader struggle for gender equality and a mirror reflecting societal hypocrisy and injustice.

Director Maria Brendle’s short film Ala Kachuu – Take and Run played at Pittsburgh Shorts in 2020, where it won the Jury Prize for Best Narrative / Live Action Short.