"Arthur (Al Pacino, in a brilliant 1979 Best Actor Oscar-nominated role) is an honest, idealistic lawyer who suddenly under the pressure to defend a distinguished judge (John Forsythe) accused of raping and battering a young girl--and whom Arthur knows is guilty.

"Jack Warden co-stars as an eccentric, cheerful suicidal judge who thinks Arthur should play the game. When it comes down to trial, Arthur must choose between the security of his career and his personal integrity.