Anatomy of a Murder
Anatomy of a Murder
Semi-retired Michigan lawyer Paul Biegler takes the case of Army Lt. Manion, who murdered a local innkeeper after his wife claimed that he raped her. Over the course of an extensive trial, Biegler parries with District Attorney Lodwick and out-of-town prosecutor Claude Dancer to set his client free, but his case rests on the victim's mysterious business partner, who's hiding a dark secret.
Jefferson Bittencourt reviewedJuly 5, 2025
Brilliant direction. A landmark in courtroom films, with outstanding performances and Duke Ellington’s music adding a touch of brilliance to the cinematic atmosphere. You don’t even notice time passing as you savor every frame.