Witness for the Prosecution

Witness for the Prosecution

  • Director: Billy Wilder
  • Writer: Agatha Christie,Billy Wilder,Harry Kurnitz
  • Countries of origin: United States
  • Language: English, German
  • Release date: February 6, 1958
  • Runtime: 1h 56min
  • Aspect ratio: 1.66 : 1
  • Also known as: Сведок оптужбе
  • "Witness for the Prosecution" is a thriller feature film released by United American Film Company, directed by Billy Wilder and starring Tyrone Power , Marlene Dietrich and Charles Laughton . The film was released in the United States on February 6, 1958.
    Based on the original work of detective novelist Agatha Christie , the film tells the story of a British criminal defense lawyer defending a murder suspect   .

    Details

    • Release date February 6, 1958
    • Filming locations Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios - 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USA
    • Production companies Edward Small Productions

    Box office

    Budget

    $3,000,000 (estimated)

    Gross worldwide

    $7,693

    Movie reviews

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    • By Sigurd 2022-12-27 23:19:57

      prosecution witness

      ✔This movie review is only used as a personal memory of the movie in the future, there is no hostility, it only expresses the literal meaning, does not imply sarcasm, it only represents personal opinions and does not intend to provoke war and occupy public resources. Please forgive me for the inappropriate language. Other movies, if there is any offense, I express my sincere apologies to you, if you do not agree with my point of view, there is no need to reply.

      A black and white...

    • By Vito 2022-12-26 10:38:48

      classic suspense

      A very good suspense movie. In that era of black and white movies, it was a blessing for movie fans to be able to produce such excellent movies. The whole film seems to be intertwined, and the whole process is full of interest. It feels reluctant to watch it after chasing it again and again. In this film, I sincerely admire the lawyer played by Charles Laughton for his eloquent eloquence, a great sense of justice, and his humane judging style, as well as his wise, unsmiling appearance but full...

    • By Genesis 2022-12-25 16:37:41

      prosecution witness

      First of all, let me praise the sincerity of the plot and the sincerity of the actors in the 1950s. There are not many dramas that reverse and reverse the plot, but this is a milestone. The characters in a random play are all so flavorful. After seeing the introduction of the characters, the Jazz and Nurse actors are a couple in real life, so it is no wonder that the real feelings are revealed in the play. From the perspective of a lawyer, Jazz is really a great person. His body is maintained...

    • By Bulah 2022-12-23 00:07:36

      2 words: beautiful~

      This movie is even higher than the double compensation score ^^ Well, it seems that the combination of Billy Wilder + Agatha Christie is more lethal than Billy Wilder + Raymond Chandler. , the whole film has a tight rhythm, delicate and coherent details, witty and humorous dialogue, and impeccable performance... It's really exemplary~ However, the title of this film is too straightforward. People who are familiar with classical detective novels in the golden age I'm afraid you can guess the...

    • By Greta 2022-12-22 00:23:56

      The most perfect perjury, the most true love

      The movie recommendation said that the movie was good with a score of 9.5. I was very curious to try it out, and I was immediately attracted by Denton. This fat old man with a bad temper and a wise speech has classic lines and excellent acting skills.

      After watching the whole film, the plot is ups and downs, and the final twist is completely beyond my expectations. I haven't seen such an unexpected movie for a long time. . .

      When the heroine walked into the lawyer's house...

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    • By Jacklyn 2023-09-17 16:17:52

      God's reversal forms a narrative spiral, and God's acting skills support every detail without flaws. Even though I, as a grandma fan, guessed the first reversal, I was still surprised by the next twist. Some movies are good, everyone disagrees, and the good-looking of this movie is definitely at the level of hard...

    • By Milton 2023-08-30 13:41:45

      I don't like the last two reversals. The first time I basically guessed it, and the second time was abrupt because of the hasty handling, and neither could withstand spoilers; Later legal films have created too many models to imitate (all techniques can be seen in later generations such as "The Good Wife"); I like the beginning part the most, explaining the facts of the case and shaping the characters are not boring at all. , shows the...

    • By Kianna 2023-07-21 02:52:13

      The third Wilder movie I've seen...I really like it. His arrangement and design of the story is worthy of being the king of feature films. I think, no matter how roundabout the process, the real truth will eventually become clear. The reversal at the end of the movie is really amazing! I really like this fat...

    • By Maegan 2023-07-16 03:22:17

      As expected of the queen of detective novels, the double reversal of the finale is too exciting. It is astounding that a court trial film more than 60 years ago can be so wonderful. And the subtitles are also very conscientious, and there is a spoiler-proof reminder at the end, which is really...

    • By Maxie 2023-06-26 03:35:52

      Six stars! Although it is a pity that I guessed the ending, it will never affect me from the lines (especially the lines) to the performance (including various group performances) to the plot (including the success of making the audience happy at the end). The movie is a masterpiece. No wonder Charlotte Chandler's introduction included writing an autobiography for Billy Wilder as a major...

    Movie plot

    London's famous criminal defense lawyer Will Fremont Sir ( Charles Laughton ornaments ) underwent heart disease, but the body is still weak, the first day of the rest home, nurses have been taking strict supervision him, and put an end to tobacco and alcohol. In order to make it easier to go upstairs, the butler also repaired the elevator specially for him. However, all the cares and cares did not work for this rebellious and...
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    "Witness for the Prosecution" can be regarded as a good law teaching film, which relatively completely demonstrates the court rules and jury system of the common law countries. It once again inspired the audience to think about the jurisprudence problem, whether the law pursues procedural justice or substantive justice. Excessive emphasis on procedural justice is likely to allow criminals who should be lawless to escape the sanctions...
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    Movie quotes

    • Christine Vole: Damn you. Damn you. Damn you! Damn you!

    • Miss Plimsoll: Wilfrid the Fox! That's what they call him, and that's what he is!

    • Sir Wilfrid: [getting progressively more agitated] The question is, Frau Helm, were you lying then, are you lying now, or are you not in fact a chronic and habitual LIAR!