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A Case for Murder (1993)

"To defence lawyer Jack Hammet winning is everthing. Losing is murder."

4.319931h 34mEN
ThrillerCrimeDramaTV Movie

Directed by Duncan Gibbins

Rating

4.3/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

May 19, 1993

Director

Duncan Gibbins

Overview

Jack Hammett is an aggressive young defence attorney on the rise up the corporate ladder. In the courtroom he's known as the "Hail Mary Kid" for his ability to win the unwinnable cases. When one of the firm's lawyers, Darren Gaines, is murdered and Gaines' wife is charged, Hammett is assigned as her...

Cast

Jennifer Grey

Jennifer Grey

Kate Weldon

Peter Berg

Peter Berg

Jack Hemmet

Belinda Bauer

Belinda Bauer

Joanna Gains

Eugene Roche

Eugene Roche

Alan Nugent

Samantha Eggar

Samantha Eggar

Ellen Denvers

Rosemary Forsyth

Rosemary Forsyth

Judge Helen McCoy

Mark Phelan

Mark Phelan

Henry Gaines

David Hayward

David Hayward

Darren Gaines

Justine Shapiro

Justine Shapiro

Pattie Henderson (as Justine Arlin)

Susan Lee Hoffman

Susan Lee Hoffman

BMW Driver

Nancy McLoughlin

Nancy McLoughlin

Sylvie

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Case for Murder (1993), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Jack Hammett is an aggressive young defence attorney on the rise up the corporate ladder. In the courtroom he's known as the "Hail Mary Kid" for his ability to win the unwinnable cases. When one of the firm's lawyers, Darren Gaines, is murdered and Gaines' wife is charged, Hammett is assigned as her attorney. Hammett asks Kate Weldon, a recently hired lawyer, to assist him. Together they discover some inconsistencies in the case as well as a possible connection to the recent murder of a judge.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Case for Murder. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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