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Witness for the Prosecution

1957, crime, drama, mystery

116 minutes

When Leonard Vole is arrested for the sensational murder of a rich, middle-aged widow, the famous Sir Wilfrid Robarts agrees to appear on his behalf. Sir Wilfrid, recovering from a near-fatal heart attack, is supposed to be on a diet of bland, civil...

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Evan Popplestone of Cinema's Fringes

2018-08-17

As courtroom dramas go, this one definitely stands right up there with the best. It’s grand and superbly acted entertainment.

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2022-06-28

Dietrich, despite having a couple of clamorous outbursts, is never quite convincing, even if her part is undoubtedly significant to the film’s success. And while the conclusion is a touch overwrought, the parting shots are terribly satisfying. Read more

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2011-10-27

Chales Laughton schittert in zijn rol als advocaat. Read more

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