12 Angry Men (1957)

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Title: 12 Angry Men
Year: 1957
Genre: Drama
Director: Sidney Lumet
Writer: Reginald Rose (screenplay), Reginald Rose (story)
Stars: Henry Fonda, Lee J. Cobb, Martin Balsam, John Fiedler, E.G. Marshall, Jack Klugman

Plot: The film takes place almost entirely within the confines of a jury room, where twelve jurors deliberate on the fate of a young man accused of murder. Initially, most of the jurors are convinced of the defendant's guilt. However, one juror (Henry Fonda) is not completely convinced and advocates for a thorough examination of the evidence. As the deliberations progress, the jurors confront their own biases, prejudices, and personal demons, leading to intense and thought-provoking discussions about justice, reasonable doubt, and the power of collective decision-making.

Awards: 12 Angry Men received various awards and nominations.

Academy Awards: Nominated for 3 Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director.

Box Office Earnings: The film's box office earnings information is not readily available.

IMDb Rating: 8.9/10
Duration: 1h 36min
Language: English