Anatomy of a Murder

In this gripping courtroom drama, a small-town lawyer, played by James Stewart, takes on the defense of a man accused of murder, delving into the complexities of justice and human nature. The film, directed by Otto Preminger, is renowned for its realistic portrayal of legal proceedings and features a strong supporting cast, including Lee Remick and Ben Gazzara. Notably, the movie was nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Stewart’s performance. An interesting fact about the film is its groundbreaking use of jazz music, composed by Duke Ellington, who also makes a cameo appearance. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.