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The Chamber

5.7

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Original title

The Chamber

Year

1996

Running time

113 min.

Country

United States

Director

James Foley

Screenwriter

William Goldman. Novel: John Grisham

Cast

Music

Carter Burwell

Cinematography

Ian Baker

Producer

Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment

Genre

Drama | Racism

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John Grisham Adaptations

Synopsis

In 28 days, convicted killer and white supremacist Sam Cayhall, the oldest inmate on death, row in America, will die in the Mississippi gas chamber for the 1967 bombing murders of two small children. While counting down his final days, Sam is visited by a stranger: young, inexperienced law associate Adam Hall, who comes to Parchman Prison to try and save this unrepentant racist and find meaning in his own life. Although his late father changed his family name, Adam is Sam's grandson.

Awards: 1996: Nominated for Razzie Awards: Worst Supporting Actress (Faye Dunaway)

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The Chamber

1996

James Foley

5.7

(4,373)