I normally can't stand James Stewart, he is incredibly annoying as an actor, but this time he did it! He actually did an outstanding job! Magnificent! I would never have expected it from him. Actually, when I was thinking about watching the movie, I almost passed on it because of James Stewart. But, the other actors helped encourage me to watch it and I am so glad that I did.
It was hard to watch Lee Remick as a hussy. I really wish that they had found someone more closely related to that type of character. I am used to seeing Lee in more reputable parts, but she did do a good job. She played quite well off of James and Ben.
But, the main point of interest for me was the courtroom aspect. I have never, EVER seen a courtroom setting so realistic, so believable (and that includes Perry Mason). And because of the indepth intricacies of the courtroom, it makes the 2.5 hrs go by so quickly. You hang on the scene by scene story telling in order to find out what will happen next. And the judge was very intricate to things as well. It was just an all around great movie.
I highly recommend this movie. HIGHLY!
It was hard to watch Lee Remick as a hussy. I really wish that they had found someone more closely related to that type of character. I am used to seeing Lee in more reputable parts, but she did do a good job. She played quite well off of James and Ben.
But, the main point of interest for me was the courtroom aspect. I have never, EVER seen a courtroom setting so realistic, so believable (and that includes Perry Mason). And because of the indepth intricacies of the courtroom, it makes the 2.5 hrs go by so quickly. You hang on the scene by scene story telling in order to find out what will happen next. And the judge was very intricate to things as well. It was just an all around great movie.
I highly recommend this movie. HIGHLY!