This document of ADJ 235 Week 6 Assignment Movie Review consists of:
Select a movie that presents a legal dilemma. If you prefer to use a movie that is not listed, send a brief summary of the storyline and the ethical dilemma facing the attorney for facilitator approval no later than Day 4. Suggested movies include the following:
Criminal Law (1988) Penalty Phase (1986) Presumed Innocent (1990) Erin Brockovich (2000) A Time to Kill (1996) Runaway Jury (2003) The Firm (1993) A Few Good Men (1992) The Rainmaker (1997)
Write a 1,400- to 1,750-word paper, describing the ethical dilemma presented in the movie. Do the following:
Summarize the plot of the movie. Describe the ethical dilemma from the perspective of each main character. Describe how the dilemma was resolved. Explain the kind of ethical framework that best describes how the dilemma was analyzed and resolved. Describe whether or not you think the ethical framework used to resolve the dilemma was effective. Predict the outcome if a different framework was used to address the dilemma. Explain why you think legal dramas make for interesting entertainment.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines to include but not limited to a title page, reference page, introduction, conclusion, and citations.
