The Pelican Brief
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.
Release Year
1993
Runtime
141 min
Audience Score
6.6
Genres
Thriller, Crime, Drama
Story Snapshot
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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The Pelican Brief is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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