Movies and TvShows featuring "equal-justice" theme.

Just Mercy is based on the true story of lawyer Bryan Stevenson as he fights to free a wrongfully convicted death row inmate and exposes the systemic racism and injustice within the criminal justice system.

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.

In Some Mother's Son, a group of Irish republican prisoners go on a hunger strike to protest against the British penal system. The film explores the struggle for justice and democracy amid prison violence and police violence. It tells the story of a mother's unconditional love for her son and the sacrifices made in the fight for freedom. The movie also delves into the political propaganda, the role of the church, and the emotional toll on the widows of those involved.

Gideon's Army is a powerful documentary that takes an intimate look at the lives and work of public defenders in the United States. The film follows a group of passionate and dedicated lawyers as they navigate the complex and often unfair criminal justice system, fighting for the rights of the accused. Through their tireless efforts, they strive to provide equal justice for all, despite facing overwhelming caseloads, limited resources, and societal prejudices.