The Verdict

The Verdict is a 1982 American film directed by Sidney Lumet and starring Paul Newman, Charlotte Rampling, James Mason and Jack Warden in the lead roles.

Plot

Frank Galvin is an elderly and run-down lawyer who spends his time drinking and doing odd jobs. An old associate, Mickey Morrissey, reminds him of a case that he has not yet concluded and in which Galvin has already intervened: that of a medical error committed in a hospital. Galvin works hard to work professionally again, and finds out that this case could be won at trial in favor of the victim's family. As he prepares the case, he receives offers to settle the matter without going to trial; But Galvin is willing to risk everything, to get a significant compensation for the family and to rebuild himself as a lawyer.

However, the opposing party, led by attorney Ed Concannon, is also determined to win the case no matter what, and is determined to win the case even by using all sorts of dirty means to the point of even bribing an assistant. yours, Laura Fischer. Also the judge is against Frank and everything will finally depend on the final verdict

Cast

• Paul Newman: Frank Galvin.
• Jack Warden: Mickey Morrison.
• Charlotte Rampling: Laura Fischer.
• James Mason: Ed Concannon.
• Milo O'Shea: Judge Hoyle.
• Lindsay Crouse: Kaitlin Costello.

Comments

• The script has no relation to Karen Ann Quinlan's case.

• Bruce Willis and Tobin Bell appear as extras in a film scene.

Reception

The film is considered an undisputed modern classic. In 2008 it was chosen number 4 on AFI's 10 Top 10 in the category of the best American courtroom dramas of all time, according to the American Film Institute (IPA).

Awards

Oscar

Other awards

• David di Donatello Awards (1982): Best foreign actor (Paul Newman)
• Golden Globes (1982): 5 candidatures, including the best movie - Drama
• Guionist Union (WGA) (1982): Candidate for the Best Guided Award - Drama