Legalese


2h 1998

Brief Synopsis

A high-profile murder case throws two legal eagles, one a seasoned professional and the other an idealistic rookie, into the media spotlight. An actress charged with murder seeks the counsel of a celebrity attorney who knows that trials are ultimately won int he court of public opinion. To ensure his client's victory, he hatches a plan to put a young, inexperienced attorney on the line and save his client's neck. Seduced by the swirl of public opinion, the front soon finds himself pursued by a relentless tabloid reporter, forcing him to decide whether achieving his end is worth the sacrifice.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Comedy
Drama
Thriller
Release Date
1998

Technical Specs

Duration
2h

Synopsis

A high-profile murder case throws two legal eagles, one a seasoned professional and the other an idealistic rookie, into the media spotlight. An actress charged with murder seeks the counsel of a celebrity attorney who knows that trials are ultimately won int he court of public opinion. To ensure his client's victory, he hatches a plan to put a young, inexperienced attorney on the line and save his client's neck. Seduced by the swirl of public opinion, the front soon finds himself pursued by a relentless tabloid reporter, forcing him to decide whether achieving his end is worth the sacrifice.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Comedy
Drama
Thriller
Release Date
1998

Technical Specs

Duration
2h

Quotes

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Aired in United States February 15, 2005

Aired in United States October 4, 1998

Directors Philip Kaufman, Jonathan Lynn and Peter Chelsom have been previously attached to this project.

Began shooting spring 1998.