What would you be willing to sacrifice to keep your family secrets?
In 1957, black lawyer John Williams has to defend his nephew Charlie, who is accused of strangling a white boy to death. John doesn't believe Charlie did it, and although Charlie confesses, John wants to find out the real truth.
Courtney B. VanceJohn Williams
Charles S. DuttonCharles Williams
Kadeem HardisonEddie Williams
Lonette McKeeCarol Williams
Garland WhittCharlie Williams
Karen GlaveAnna HugginsJeff ClarkeTimothyNancy HerardRoseJim JonesPhilip
Alex KarzisFrank
Dan LettFrank Minor
Aron TagerJudge AkerBirdie M. HaleMrs. Barry
Peter MacNeillCaptain McCullyJeff JonesStanley Harris
