...And Justice for All
A furious, compassionate howl against a rigged system, mixing bitter laughs with genuine despair as one lawyer's ideals are ground down.
Same composer: Dave Grusin · Satirical, cynical · about corruption and justice · ensemble
The Bonfire of the Vanities
A cynical, fast-talking satire that juggles multiple perspectives with uneven energy, leaving a bitter aftertaste.
About 1990 film by Brian De Palma
Genres drama, comedy
Directed by Brian De Palma
Written by Michael Cristofer
Starring Tom Hanks, Morgan Freeman, Bruce Willis, Kirsten Dunst, Melanie Griffith, F. Murray Abraham, Kim Cattrall, Rita Wilson
Music Dave Grusin
Runtime 126 min
Country United States
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