Primal Fear
4
(2.9K)
Crime
Drama
Mystery
Thriller
1996
129 min
R
An arrogant, high-powered attorney takes on the case of a poor altar boy found running away from the scene of the grisly murder of the bishop who has taken him in. The case gets a lot more complex when the accused reveals that there may or may not have been a third person in the room.
Starring:
Richard Gere
,
Laura Linney
,
John Mahoney
,
Alfre Woodard
,
Frances McDormand
,
Edward Norton
,
Terry O'Quinn
Crime
Drama
Thriller
Mystery
Suspense
Action
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"It's probably been since 1996 when I watched this, and I recall enjoying it, but recent reviews have inspired me to add it to my rewatch list. "
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TheGingerGirl455
"I love a good #courtroom drama & #psychological #thriller, and it’s probably been 25+ years since I first saw this movie, but I’d imagine this would still hold up well over the years, AND I can relate to @HeyNarwhal’s review here — 4/5 🙌🏽"
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Momma Mia🐦⬛
"Loved it! Amazing acting and a really good twist at the end ! "
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Madison
"3.5 stars Ed Norton’s star making performance incredible. Richard gear snd Laura linney both good too."
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Linda Kelly
"Part courtroom drama, part psychological thriller, this movie is a slow burn that rewards the viewer with incredible performances and a twist that made me say “OH SHIIIIIIIIIIT!!”"
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Narwhal
"Classic for a reason. Best to go in not knowing much about the plot. "
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Maude
"#twist_ending You won't expect this ending, and it'll both fascinate and hurt when you get there, but amazing acting by all parties! #crime #courtroom #courtroom_drama I almost want to hate it, but the twist and intrigue have me giving this movie all of the stars I can. "
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Heather
"Best plot twist of the 90s! "
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JoeyMarie
"#shocking_twist"
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Lonely Planet
"One of the best movies I have ever seen. The ending will blow your mind!"
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Nicola Bishop
