Question 1

What famous line from this film has been frequently referenced and parodied in popular culture?

Accepted Answer

The film is famous for the line "You're out of order! You're out of order! The whole trial is out of order! They're out of order!" which has been frequently referenced and parodied.

Question 2

Which role did Al Pacino reject to star in this movie, and what ironic Oscar outcome resulted?

Accepted Answer

Al Pacino rejected the lead role in Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) to do this movie. Ironically, when Pacino was Oscar nominated for Best Actor, Dustin Hoffman won for Kramer vs. Kramer.

Question 3

What was Lee Strasberg's advice to Al Pacino during filming, and why did Pacino frequently improvise?

Accepted Answer

Lee Strasberg told Pacino "Al, learn your lines, dollink!" Pacino frequently ad libbed because he was slow learning lines and wanted to be spontaneous.

Question 4

Which major film festivals and awards recognized this movie in 1980?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the Golden Globes, Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, and Academy Awards in 1980.

Question 5

What ethical dilemma drives the plot of this legal drama?

Accepted Answer

An ethical Baltimore defense lawyer disgusted with legal corruption is forced to defend a judge he despises in a rape trial under threat of disbarment.

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