Review of The Accused (1988) by Rita Kempley for Washington Post — 15 Feb 2001
Katheryn's summation was meant to be the final flourish, but McGillis gives a flat-footed performance. However, Foster overcomes McGillis' inertia, as the sweet-natured Sarah, a lonely little waitress who makes her home in a trailer park.
Under her tight jeans and tough talk, she proves as fragile as a ballerina on a music box. Foster creates the ultimate victim without ever becoming a wimp, mixing dignity with defenselessness. The Accused must be acquitted of its misdemeanors if not for its good intentions, for this vibrant performance.
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This review of The Accused (1988) was written by Rita Kempley and published by Washington Post on 15 Feb 2001.
The Accused has generally received positive reviews.
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