USA,
1972, 120 min
Directed by:
Tom GriesScreenplay:
Tracy Keenan WynnCinematography:
Jules BrennerComposer:
Billy GoldenbergCast:
Vic Morrow, Clu Gulager, Billy Dee Williams, Kristoffer Tabori, Dean Jagger, Alan Alda, Luke Askew, G. Wood, Scott Hylands, Alan Vint, Roy Jenson, Edward BellPlots(1)
A gripping, powerful drama about life in a US state prison filmed on location at Utah State Prison and based on Truman Capote's novel, this film tells of one prisoner's courageous (and ultimately, fatal) attempt at prison reform and justice. (official distributor synopsis)
Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
San Sebastián International Film Festival
- 1972 - Tom Gries (Golden Shell for Best Film)