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The Trial of the Chicago 7

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In 1969, seven people were charged by the federal government with conspiracy and more, arising from the protests at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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An actors' showcase enlivened by its topical fact-based story, The Trial of the Chicago 7 plays squarely -- and compellingly -- to Aaron Sorkin's strengths.

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Matthew Rozsa Salon.com The Trial of the Chicago 7 might be the ultimate movie about how to fight the far right -- an artistic testament to pragmatism and a cry of rage in the era of Donald Trump and Derek Chauvin. Rated: 3/4 Apr 26, 2021 Full Review David Sims The Atlantic By the end, I had given myself over to the Hollywood veneer. Chicago 7 is a particularly shiny rendering of history, but Sorkin wisely places the focus on America's failings, even as he celebrates the people striving to fix them. Dec 3, 2020 Full Review Tasha Robinson Polygon As with all things Sorkin, it takes liberties with the truth - this is not a film to watch in place of reading up on the history - but it's a damn good supplement for that history, and taken as a comment on our modern justice system. Dec 1, 2020 Full Review Sukanya Verma Rediff.com Brimming in relevancy and eloquence. The upshot is an instant classic. Sep 3, 2024 Full Review Joonatan Itkonen Toisto.net It’s a perfectly functional re-enactment of events that lacks grace and subtlety. It references history, but only for lip service, making everything feel removed and lacking context. Rated: 2/5 Jul 5, 2024 Full Review Ryan McQuade InSession Film The Trial of the Chicago 7 is Aaron Sorkin at his finest, and I hope the next project he does has as much passion and heart in it as this does. Rated: A- Apr 4, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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KateB Spectacularly fine reminder of the pernicious use of the courts to punish dissent. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/27/21 Full Review Jon N Did not know the story but so enjoyed learning about the topic. Movie was funny and moving. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/21/21 Full Review Theodore Good acting, good script, worth seeing. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/13/21 Full Review Eric E Great movie. I remember these events. I even saw Rubin and Hoffman at a Phil Och's concert in the sixties. Ironic and sad that Ramsey Clark died on the day we saw the movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/12/21 Full Review Sandy Loved the action and the acting. And whether the actual words of the real people involved or only part of the script, some of it was really good Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/22/21 Full Review Judy The movie, Chicago 7, is a very engaging drama based on true events. The stock footage really added to the credibility of the story. You really had to be paying attention as the movie moved along at a rapid fire pace, Aaron Sorkin signature style. Well worth seeing the story is relevant to the events happening today. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/22/21 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In 1969, seven people were charged by the federal government with conspiracy and more, arising from the protests at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Director
Aaron Sorkin
Producer
Stuart M. Besser, Matt Jackson, Tyler Thompson, Marc Platt
Screenwriter
Aaron Sorkin
Distributor
Netflix
Production Co
MadRiver Pictures, ShivHans Pictures, CAA Media Finance, Marc Platt Productions, Reliance Entertainment, Amblin Entertainment, Paramount Pictures, DreamWorks, Cross Creek Pictures, Rocket Science, Double Infinity Productions
Rating
R (Drug Use|Bloody Images|Language Throughout|Some Violence)
Genre
History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 16, 2020, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 16, 2020
Runtime
2h 9m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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