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Synopsis:
Henry Fonda gives another excellent performance in this fact-based tale, playing semi-literate convict Clarence Earl Gideon. He changed the course of American legal history by being the first defendant to be provided with a defence lawyer at the state's expense, after he claimed the legal system had effectively violated his rights. Powerful drama, with Fonda's co-stars - including Jose Ferrer and John Houseman - never allowing themselves to be overwhelmed by his portrayal. Watch out for a cameo …
Cast:
Henry Fonda as Clarence Earl Gideon, Jose Ferrer as Abe Fortas, John Houseman as Chief Justice, Fay Wray as Edna Curtis, Sam Jaffe as First Justice, Dean Jagger as Sixth Justice, Nicholas Pryor as Jacob
Credits:
Robert E Collins - Director, Robert Collins - Director
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