Primal Fear

1996 Gregory Hoblit 2h 10m
Crime Drama Mystery Thriller

Defense attorney Martin Vail takes on jobs for money and prestige rather than any sense of the greater good. His latest case involves an altar boy, accused of brutally murdering the archbishop of Chicago.

Cast

Richard Gere Martin Vail
Laura Linney Janet Venable
Edward Norton Aaron/Roy Stampler
John Mahoney Shaughnessy
Alfre Woodard Shoat
Frances McDormand Molly
Terry O'Quinn Yancy
Andre Braugher Goodman

Vibes

Curious Heart Pounding Mind Bending Hidden Gem

Double Feature Pairings

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