Movies and TvShows featuring "cross-examination" theme.

American Crime Story is an anthology series that follows real-life crimes, trials and the aftermath. The first season, The People v. O.J. Simpson, explores the trial of the century and its impact on race relations and the criminal justice system in Los Angeles.

A few years after World War II, Leonard Vole is accused of murdering a rich widow who recently changed her will in his favor. Sir Wilfred Robarts, a skilled lawyer, despite being warned to avoid excitement due to his health, decides to defend Vole himself. With circumstantial evidence pointing to Vole's guilt and his own wife testifying against him, all seems lost for the defense. However, a late-night phone call reveals new evidence that changes the jury's opinion. In the final court scene, the truth behind the murder is revealed and the defense attorney takes on a new case defending Vole's wife for murder.

Kavanagh Q.C. is a gripping crime drama that follows the life of James Kavanagh, a charismatic barrister who takes on challenging legal battles in the courtroom. With his sharp legal skills and determination, Kavanagh navigates through complex cases involving family relationships, mysteries, and the intricacies of the justice system in England. The series explores the intensity of court proceedings, cross-examinations, and the personal challenges faced by Kavanagh and his clients.

In this courtroom drama, a high school teacher finds herself in a legal battle over her right to express her religious beliefs in the classroom. As she faces opposition from an atheist student and a zealous lawyer, she must rely on her faith and the support of her community to fight for the truth.

In 'The Paradine Case,' a defense lawyer is drawn into a difficult murder trial when he takes on the case of a woman accused of killing her wealthy husband. As he delves deeper into the details, he becomes entangled in a web of lies, deceit, and hidden desires.

Jack Strong is a gripping drama set in the turbulent times of the Cold War. It follows the true story of Ryszard Kuklinski, a high-ranking Polish army officer who becomes a spy for the United States, risking his life to provide valuable intelligence about the Soviet Union. As Kuklinski navigates the dangerous world of espionage, he must confront betrayal, danger, and the personal sacrifices he must make for the greater good.

In the aftermath of the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, a woman named Mary Surratt is charged as a conspirator. As the trial unfolds, her lawyer and a Union war hero work to uncover the truth and save her from being executed.

In Suspect, a deaf-mute man becomes the prime suspect in a murder case. A dedicated public defender takes on his case and must navigate through a web of conspiracy and corruption to uncover the truth. As the trial progresses, she discovers shocking secrets that could change everything. With the help of a Vietnam War veteran and a sequestered jury, she fights against a corrupt judge and government officials to bring justice to the wrongfully accused.

Denial is a movie based on the true story of a courtroom drama where a Holocaust denier is sued for libel by a historian. The movie explores the themes of anti-Semitism, the Holocaust, and the struggle for truth and justice.

Knock on Any Door is a crime drama film released in 1949. It tells the story of a young man named Nick Romano who is on trial for the murder of a police officer. The film explores themes of poverty, crime, and the flaws of the justice system.

When a defense attorney becomes a prime suspect in his wife's murder, he must navigate a web of suspicion, blackmail, and secrets to prove his innocence.

In Tarzan's New York Adventure, Tarzan and Jane travel to New York City to rescue Boy, their adoptive son, who has been kidnapped by circus owners. They navigate through the language and cultural barriers of the city to find Boy and bring him back to the jungle.

True Believer follows Eddie Dodd, a former idealistic lawyer who has become disillusioned with the legal system. When he takes on the case of Korean-American student Shu Kai Kim, who was wrongfully convicted of a murder committed by a neo-Nazi, Dodd becomes embroiled in a world of conspiracies and cover-ups. As he investigates the case, Dodd must confront his own demons and fight for justice.

Compulsion (1959) is a crime drama based on the true story of the infamous Leopold and Loeb case, where two young men committed a murder to prove their intellectual superiority. The movie explores the courtroom proceedings and the media frenzy surrounding the case, highlighting themes of arrogance, friendship, and the flaws in the judicial system. It delves into the complex relationship between the two defendants and their hopes to get away with the perfect crime.

Marked Woman is a crime drama film set in Manhattan, New York City during the Prohibition era. It revolves around a nightclub hostess who becomes a witness in a court case against a powerful mobster. As she faces threats and intimidation, she must decide whether to stand up for justice or succumb to fear. The film explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the price of speaking out against corruption.

In this documentary, director Peter Greenaway presents his theory that Rembrandt's famous painting The Night Watch is actually a depiction of a conspiracy and an assassination plot. Through reenactments and on-screen narration, Greenaway explores the painting's hidden meanings and offers a critical cross-examination of Rembrandt's life and work.

Gideon's Trumpet tells the true story of Clarence Earl Gideon, a poor drifter who was accused of burglary and represented himself in court. When his request for a lawyer was denied, he took his case all the way to the Supreme Court, where the decision revolutionized the criminal justice system.

Never Take Sweets from a Stranger is a drama thriller film that explores the dark and disturbing secret of a small town. When a young girl is molested by a respected member of the community, her family must navigate the legal battle that follows. As the truth is uncovered, the town is forced to confront its own complicity and the devastating consequences of silence.

A construction worker is wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife, and the film explores the twists and turns of the investigation, trial, and his ultimate release from prison. The plot delves into themes of deception, drug abuse, and the seedy underbelly of Sin City.

The true story of the official Inquiry into the Titanic disaster. Was a ship called The Californian close enough to have saved them?