Justice in Images: Understanding American Legal Culture Through Film Stories

Author: Paul Bergman (USA)
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: In this rich, engaging, and uniquely tasteful book, the two authors, who are also professors at the University of California, Los Angeles Law School, conduct a meticulous analysis of the broad intersection of law and film with wisdom, humor, and rigorous professional expertise, while avoiding any convoluted legal jargon. The book compiles 75 classic legal-themed films, each of which is captivating, with some being thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. The courtroom trial scene is naturally the biggest highlight of this genre of film, as trials represent the most rational part of culture, where objectivity and truth are the only standards, and they condense various human conflicts, where opposing forces clash head-on and intensely. One reason these films remain popular is that they always focus on the most serious and practical issues in daily life. Whether you are a law enthusiast or a fan of legal films, this book offers not just the joy of viewing but also the experience of truth and justice. Most importantly, through the stories of the films introduced in this book, you can gain an understanding of American legal culture.