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The Pelican Brief

1993 · Film · 141 min

  • Thriller
  • Drama

Plot

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.

About The Pelican Brief

The Pelican Brief is a 1993 American legal thriller film based on John Grisham's 1992 novel. Written and directed by Alan J. Pakula, the film stars Julia Roberts in the role of young law student Darby Shaw and Denzel Washington as Washington Herald reporter Gray Grantham. The film, which features music composed by James Horner, was the last film that featured Pakula as both writer and director before his death in 1998. The Pelican Brief was released by Warner Bros. on December 17, 1993. The film received mixed reviews from critics and grossed $195 million against a $45 million budget.

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Cast

  • Julia RobertsDarby Shaw
  • Denzel WashingtonGray Grantham
  • Sam ShepardThomas Callahan
  • John HeardGavin Vereek
  • Tony GoldwynFletcher Coal
  • James B. SikkingDenton Voyles
  • William AthertonBob Gminski
  • Robert CulpThe President
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