Innocent Until Proven Guilty

Overview

James Forman, a 31-year-old public defender and son of a civil rights leader, provides representation for black youth in Washington, D.C., who can't afford their own attorneys in this riveting documentary that goes inside the criminal justice system. Director Kirsten Johnson's award-winning film also sheds light on the difficulties that ex-offenders face when trying to break the cycle of crime and imprisonment.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 1, 1999

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Cast

James Forman

Director

Kirsten Johnson

Producer

Julia Pimsleur,Katy Chevigny,St. Clair Bourne

Cinematography

John Foster

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0203586