Witness for the Prosecution (1982)
Whichever one you want to watch first, the 1957 version or the 1982 version, you’re in for a real treat when you watch Witness for the Prosecution for the first time. Agatha Christie’s fantastic play is wonderfully acted by both casts, and the story itself is extremely exciting.
Barrister Ralph Richardson is supposed to be taking care of his health, but he’s tempted back into the courtroom by an irresistible murder case. Beau Bridges is accused of murdering a little old lady, Wendy Hiller, for her money. Beau is so adorable and likable, you’ll find yourself rooting for him from the beginning, and Diana Rigg—his hardened, German wife—gives a surprisingly good performance, especially when you consider she was following Marlene Dietrich!
I happen to love this story and usually find courtroom movies extremely entertaining. If you haven’t yet experienced this play, go out and rent one of the versions this weekend.
More Deborah Kerr movies here!
Be sure to check out Hot Toasty Rag's review of 1957's Witness for the Prosecution here!
Barrister Ralph Richardson is supposed to be taking care of his health, but he’s tempted back into the courtroom by an irresistible murder case. Beau Bridges is accused of murdering a little old lady, Wendy Hiller, for her money. Beau is so adorable and likable, you’ll find yourself rooting for him from the beginning, and Diana Rigg—his hardened, German wife—gives a surprisingly good performance, especially when you consider she was following Marlene Dietrich!
I happen to love this story and usually find courtroom movies extremely entertaining. If you haven’t yet experienced this play, go out and rent one of the versions this weekend.
More Deborah Kerr movies here!
Be sure to check out Hot Toasty Rag's review of 1957's Witness for the Prosecution here!