A grieving family whose daughter was killed in a car crash with a drunken driver is outraged and frustrated as they encounter the inevitable bureaucratic delays in bringing the case to trial. Once in the courtroom, they are horror-stricken as the young, hard-pressed district attorney seems unable to overcome the technicalities and maneuverings that the driver's attorney uses to keep his client out of jail and still on the streets as a legal driver. When the judge is forced to rule time and again in favor of the defense, it appears that the driver might escape punishment altogether.
Jud Taylor
Director
James Farentino
John Peterson
Penny Fuller
Judith Peterson
Don Murray
Tom Fiske
Millie Perkins
Mary Fiske
Ari Meyers
Amy Peterson
Donald Moffat
Howard Webster
Jacqueline Brookes
Judge Miriam Roth
Kristen Vigard
Lynne Peterson
Denzel Washington
Martin Sawyer
George Martin
Steve
John M. Jackson
Officer Caskey
Few movies deal with aging (particularly aging women) with as much compassion as Relic does. Yet it’s not sickly sweet and not a soapbox rant against ageism. Relic simply is, allowing the horror to seep in quietly and carefully.
Overall, 18 Presents feels more like a soap opera than a drama, and I feel bad for saying that since the concept is based off a tragic story (even though it’s loosely). I’m sure other people will find this film emotional for them, but as for me, it’s bland and forgettable.
This list was made with the intention of celebrating comedic craft and a love of seeing more women of colour and newcomers on the scene.
Where we leave the characters is in such a peaceful and optimistic place. It feels well-earned to ensure everyone gets their own specially-crafted happy ending.
Of the 28 total films I watched, just six of them were queer or featured queer characters in some way.
Mahavatar Narsimha (2025) brings the epic tale of Hiranyakashipu to life with stunning animation, intense action, and a bold retelling of this timeless mythological drama.