The Trial of the Chicago 7

Name: The Trial of the Chicago 7
Director: Aaron Sorkin
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 2020-01-01
Duration: 130 min
Rating: 7.7
Cast: Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, Mark Rylance, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Frank Langella

2020Dir. Aaron Sorkin2h 10m

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Runtime2h 10m

Released2020

Budget$35M

Box office$107K

DirectorAaron Sorkin

About This Movie

Aaron Sorkin’s directorial debut, 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' blends gripping courtroom drama with a stark look at 1960s America. The atmosphere is thick with tension, reflecting a nation on the brink. The film’s pacing is sharp, moving between the chaotic protests and the legal proceedings seamlessly. Sorkin’s sharp dialogue is on full display, making each character feel distinct and layered. You can really feel the ideological clashes, which adds depth to the historical narrative. The ensemble cast, including Sacha Baron Cohen and Eddie Redmayne, delivers solid performances that bring this turbulent chapter to life. It’s distinctive for how it weaves together personal stories with broader themes of justice and dissent, without feeling overly nostalgic or preachy.

Sorkin’s debut as a directorStrong ensemble castExplores themes of protest and justice