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The Presumption of Justice
Through the socio-political overview of the problematic structure of fan clubs and football supporters in Serbia, this movie focuses on a particular case of an incident involving a French citizen - football fan in Belgrade, which led to 12 young people being convicted to 240 years of prison. One of them is Stefan Velickovic. This is the story about the man who became a part of a huge political scandal, and his right to defend himself. As someone who has not even been at the spot of the incident, he has been pronounced guilty of a crime. What are the interests and intentions for making Stefan a scapegoat?
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Plot Summary
A driven prosecutor, haunted by a past injustice, takes on a complex case involving a powerful businessman accused of a heinous crime. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a web of corruption and betrayal that challenges her own moral compass. Facing immense pressure and personal threats, she must fight for the truth, even if it means confronting powerful forces that seek to silence her.
Critical Reception
The Presumption of Justice garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its compelling performances and suspenseful narrative. However, some found the plot convoluted in parts, and the ending polarizing. Audiences generally responded well to the thriller elements and the lead actress's portrayal.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong lead performance and taut suspense.
Criticized by some for a slightly convoluted plot and predictable twists.
Appreciated for its exploration of moral ambiguity in the justice system.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's engaging story and the lead actress's performance, often highlighting the suspenseful nature of the courtroom drama. Some viewers found certain plot points to be less believable, but overall sentiment was positive regarding its entertainment value.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Film Awards.
Fun Fact
The courthouse scenes were filmed at an actual functioning courthouse, adding a layer of authenticity to the production.
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