Peter Yates is in the director’s chair, with Eric Roth responsible for the screenplay. The cast includes Cher, Dennis Quaid, Liam Neeson, John Mahoney, and Joe Mantegna; Michael Kamen handled the music, and Billy Williams was the cinematographer. Cher portrays a public defender who must defend a deaf and mute homeless man facing a murder charge. This is a well-constructed courtroom drama that begins with a dramatic suicide and the finding of a deceased woman’s body, proceeding through many familiar elements of feature film legal proceedings. There's an added layer of interest as the lawyer and one of the jurors develop a connection, while the central concept—a deaf and mute individual being accused of murder—provides compelling viewing; it seems clear that those involved were conscious of the social implications of this situation. The picture does drift into implausible territory when considering the actions of Cher and Quaid’s characters, and the ultimate resolution isn't particularly surprising. However, the film benefits from capable acting, some visually appealing technical aspects (Williams’ cinematography occasionally stands out), and a captivating initial setup, making it worthwhile to watch. It earns a rating of 7/10.

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