Acid Attack: My Story

In 2012 Naomi Oni was stalked through London by a person wearing a niqab and then doused with sulphuric acid. This film reconstructs that night through archive materials, staged reconstructions, courtroom records, and interviews with Naomi, her friends, and family, aiming to assemble a clear timeline without sensationalising the violence. It follows how evidence was collected, how witnesses and loved ones reacted, and how the case proceeded into the legal system, while keeping the survivor's perspective central. The narrative attends to the practical details of the investigation and the emotional aftermath for Naomi and her circle, presenting testimony and reconstructed scenes to explain the sequence of events without revealing the final court outcome. Naomi also appears on camera, speaking directly.

Directed by Clare Richards and created by Ross Goodlass, the 2018 documentary blends archive footage with staged reconstructions and first person testimony, presenting a methodical retelling of the attack, the police investigation, the subsequent courtroom process, and archival interviews throughout.

There are no widely reported major awards or prominent nominations linked to the film. It didn't appear on major awards shortlists, but it's been referenced in journalistic coverage and discussions about how acid attacks and survivor testimony are handled in media and the justice system, or broadcast recognition.

By presenting a survivor centered account of a high profile attack, the film fed into broader conversations about acid violence in the UK, how such incidents are framed by the press, and the needs of survivors for support and fair treatment during investigations and trials. It prompted debate and advocacy.

Reviewers and audience members pointed to the film's concentration on survivor testimony and the procedural elements of investigation and trial. The piece foregrounds themes of stalking, gendered violence, accountability, media framing, and the long term emotional effects on survivors and their communities, prompting deeper reflection on legal and social responses.