Movies and TvShows featuring "insanity-plea" theme.

In Canton, Mississippi, a fearless young lawyer and his assistant defend a black man accused of murdering two white men who raped his ten-year-old daughter, inciting violent retribution and revenge from the Ku Klux Klan. The trial becomes a national media sensation, with the lawyer's family facing death threats and arson. As tensions rise and the trial progresses, the lawyer must navigate racial tension and deep-seated racism to fight for justice. In the end, he delivers a powerful closing argument that challenges the jury's prejudices and sparks hope for a fair outcome.

A psychiatrist is appointed by the court to determine the sanity of a novice nun, who is accused of killing her newborn baby. As the investigation unfolds, the psychiatrist delves into the complex issues of faith, mental illness, and the dark secrets of the convent.

In Critical Condition, a man pretends to be a doctor during a power outage caused by a flood in a hospital. He must navigate through various challenges and encounters, including dealing with escaped prisoners, gangsters, and courtroom drama. With his feigned insanity, he tries to survive the chaos and save lives.

Set in Italy during World War II, Giovanna's Father follows the story of a young girl who befriends a nun and gets entangled in a web of murder, execution, and political turmoil. As the war rages on, Giovanna must navigate the complexities of fascist Italy while trying to maintain her relationship with her father.

After a traumatic incident, a woman develops short-term memory loss and becomes convinced that her husband is gaslighting her to drive her insane. As she tries to uncover the truth, she finds herself framed for murder and must rely on her own wits to unravel the mystery and seek revenge.