The Trial of the Chicago 7
Overview
The Trial of the Chicago 7 is a 2020 historical legal drama film written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, based on the true story of the Chicago Seven, a group of anti-Vietnam War protesters who were charged with conspiracy to incite a riot. The film stars an ensemble cast, including Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. The film is a tense, witty, and powerful courtroom drama, with Sorkin's signature fast-paced dialogue. It was a critical and commercial success, earning over $8 million on a $35 million budget (it was released on Netflix). The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor for Sacha Baron Cohen. The film is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of protest and the struggle for justice. The film is a masterful, timely, and inspiring film about the power of dissent.
