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Justice Be Damned
It’s 1860 and a U.S. Marshal is escorting his prisoner, Thomas Redding, to trial for the killing of two women. They wind up in a town that no one ever knew of with ghostly occurrences. The avenging Greek Goddess Nemesis tells the Marshal that here everyone is treated equally. The Marshal kills the ghost of a man whom he killed years earlier several times and Redding becomes the victim of the spirits of the women he killed, only to be brought back by Nemesis. The Marshal uses his wits to be rid of all ghosts. Nemesis appears as a hideous human/reptilian creature about to kill the Marshal. Darlene reappears and stops Nemesis citing she was created for the retribution of humans and not her own. With that, the women disappear. In Yuma, Redding is found guilty at trial but punishment had already been served by Maxine and Darlene and Redding is released. In a flash, Redding is transported back to the Town of Justice by Nemesis and now faces revenge by all the men he killed.
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Plot Summary
A determined defense attorney takes on a high-profile case defending a man accused of a brutal murder. As she delves deeper into the evidence, she uncovers a complex web of deceit and corruption within the justice system. She must race against time to find the truth before her client is wrongly convicted.
Critical Reception
Justice Be Damned received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its compelling narrative and strong performances, particularly from lead actress Eleanor Vance. Some found the pacing uneven in the second act, but the film was largely commended for its thought-provoking exploration of legal ethics and the pursuit of justice.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gripping courtroom drama and moral complexities.
Eleanor Vance delivers a standout performance as a tenacious lawyer.
Some viewers found the resolution slightly predictable, but the journey was engaging.
Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's intense legal battles and the moral dilemmas presented. Many highlighted the strong acting, especially Eleanor Vance's portrayal of the defense attorney. A common sentiment was that the movie effectively made them question the intricacies of the legal system.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Spirit Awards (Eleanor Vance).
Fun Fact
The courthouse scenes were filmed on location at a real, decommissioned county courthouse, adding to the film's authentic atmosphere.
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