Posted by LongOdds at roam207-114.student.harvard.edu on January 21, 2003 at 15:47:45:
Trying to write a paper for an evidence class (law school) involving scenes from modern film......
If anyone can think of any scenes that involve any of the following, I would be extremely thankful....
1. Scene involving a defendants right to confront his accuser.
2. Scene involving a witnesses testimony concerning the defendants character (opinion and reputation in the community).
3. Scene involving hearsay (excited utterance, dying declaration, etc.). This one may be difficult.
The movie doesnt need to be any good, or even a "legal" movie, I just need specific scenes that relate to the course.
So far, I am thinking about Devils Advocate (Jury Selection), A Time to Kill (Attacking credibility of expert witness), and Primal Fear (Attorney-Client Privilege).
Any advice, suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks,