Review of Compulsion (1959) by Ben L — 12 Oct 2013
Great courtroom drama that has tremendous buildup to the trial. Great cast, and Welles gives a great performance with an epic speech that saves the boys from death. Tcm said he only had seven days to get this whole scene shot, and when during the shooting he could not have anyone in his field of vision, and if they were they had to look away to maintain his concentration.
Many themes of are touched on including mercy v justice, youthful daring/compulsion, prison v death sentences, cheating the justice system and many more. It was good to say the least.
This review of Compulsion (1959) was written by Ben L on 12 Oct 2013.
Compulsion has generally received positive reviews.
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