Rent Trial by Fire (2018)

3.5 of 5 from 129 ratings
2h 2min
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Synopsis:
"Trial by Fire" is the true-life Texas story of the unlikely bond between an imprisoned death row inmate (Jack O'Connell) and a mother of two from Houston (Laura Dern) who, though facing staggering odds, fights mightily for his freedom. Cameron Todd Willingham, a poor, uneducated heavy metal devotee with a violent streak and a criminal record, is convicted of arson-related triple homicide in 1992. During his 12 years on death row, Elizabeth Gilbert, an improbable ally, uncovers questionable methods and illogical conclusions in his case, and battles with the state to expose suppressed evidence that could save him.
Actors:
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Directors:
Producers:
Kipp Nelson, Alex Soros, Allyn Stewart, Edward Zwick
Writers:
Geoffrey Fletcher, David Grann
Studio:
Dazzler
Genres:
Drama
BBFC:
Release Date:
07/12/2020
Run Time:
122 minutes
Languages:
English Dolby Digital 2.0, English Dolby Digital 5.1
Subtitles:
English Hard of Hearing
DVD Regions:
Region 2
Formats:
Pal
Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen 1.78:1 / 16:9
Colour:
Colour

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Reviews (4) of Trial by Fire

Fantastic film with stellar performances - Trial by Fire review by giantrolo

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08/01/2021

Loved this film! Very poignant and moving knowing that the story was based in truth. Laura Dern and Jack O'Connell both put in magnificant performances. This film provides yet another reason why the death penalty should be abolished in the USA - the killing of innocent men surely has to be considered as murder itself.

1 out of 1 members found this review helpful.

Slow to start but gets better - Trial by Fire review by CS

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29/03/2021

Took sometime to get into this movie after the first 15 minutes but it gets better with time and compelling viewing. So stay with it.

Some violence but all part of the prison experience. Strong cast and good story line, worth watching.

1 out of 1 members found this review helpful.

Absorbing - Trial by Fire review by KF

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01/04/2021

Well acted, absorbing true story. Begs so many questions about the American justice system and the integrity of individuals. Makes one feel guilty to learn about the facts while being "entertained".

1 out of 1 members found this review helpful.

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