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The Pelican Brief
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The Pelican Brief

1993 · 141 min Thriller Crime Drama
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

A law student's theory about the recent deaths of two Supreme Court justices embroils her in a far-reaching web of murder, corruption, and greed.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Alan J. Pakula

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

Julia Roberts

Julia Roberts

Darby Shaw

Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington

Gray Grantham

Sam Shepard

Sam Shepard

Thomas Callahan

John Heard

John Heard

Gavin Vereek

Tony Goldwyn

Tony Goldwyn

Fletcher Coal

James B. Sikking

James B. Sikking

Denton Voyles

William Atherton

William Atherton

Bob Gminski

Robert Culp

Robert Culp

The President

Stanley Tucci

Stanley Tucci

Khamel

Hume Cronyn

Hume Cronyn

Justice Rosenberg

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