Review of Witness for the Prosecution (1957) by Patryk C — 28 Jul 2012

Great courtroom noir with a twist in the finale that will surprise and shock everyone. Powerful performance by Charles Laughton as an ill, but marvelously strong and ambitious barrister, who takes on a case that will make his life harder than he could've imagined.

Tyrone Power shows his more sinister side, as he tries to persuade Laughton of his innocence. While the case starts to take on a very complex and mysterious turn, the clues and confessions start to diverge into some very different conclusions.

With some comedic touches, this is a great combination of suspense and legal thriller, that also has some impressive court scenes, very intense and fast-paced. Billy Wilder created yet another smart and refreshing movie, that is a brilliant ode to Agatha Christie's masterpiece.