michelle on annie othen show bbc coventry warwickshire.wmv

http://michellefightingback.co.uk At the age of 14 Michelle was raped at knifepoint. However, she was determined to not be seen as a "victim", instead she has grabbed life by the scruff of the neck and said "come on, i've got things to do".

Her story is soon to be made into a film.

"Counting Backwards" is a short film based on Michelle's story. It is heartbreaking, beautiful and ultimately triumphant.

It describes how a young girl, her family and best friend struggle to deal with an awful and tragic event and follows the inevitable echoes that continue to ripple through the next generation.

This is a film about bravery, love and friendship between friends and family.

Geoff Thompson has created a powerful, shocking and deeply moving script which is being directed by Sean de Sparango, mutli award winning director including a Cannes Lion for his Anti-gun crime campaign.

Lucy Speed (Natalie Price in Eastenders, The Bill) plays Michelle in later life.

Actress Kathryn Prescott (Emily Fitch in Skins) plays the part of Kelly (Michelle's daughter) in the film.

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[Emzfit]

great interview michelle! I'm sure your story will inspire so many people