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Conviction is a 2010 American biographical legal drama film directed by Tony Goldwyn, written by Pamela Gray, and starring Hilary Swank and Sam Rockwell. The film premiered on September 11, 2010, at the Toronto International Film Festival and was released in the US on October 15, 2010.
- $12.5 million
Nov 5, 2010 · Hilary Swank stars as Betty Anne Waters, a single mother who puts herself through law school to represent her brother (Sam Rockwell), who was wrongfully convicted of murder. Based on a true story, the film explores the emotional and legal challenges of fighting for justice and family.
- Tony Goldwyn
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Oct 13, 2010 · Directed by. Tony Goldwyn. Kenny Waters might not have been a very nice man, but he was an innocent one. By considering his innocence and not his personality, “Conviction” puts the focus where it belongs: on the sister who reshaped her entire life to win his freedom.
Oct 15, 2010 · Betty Ann Waters, a Rhode Island bar owner, became a lawyer to free her brother Kenny, who was wrongfully convicted of murder. The movie "Conviction" tells her inspiring story of perseverance and justice.
Conviction is a 2010 drama film based on the true story of Betty Anne Waters, who fought for 18 years to free her brother Kenny from prison. The film stars Hilary Swank, Sam Rockwell, Minnie Driver and Melissa Leo, and has mixed reviews from critics and audiences.
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A true story of a sister who becomes a lawyer to free her brother from prison for a murder he did not commit. Based on the book by Betty Anne Waters, the film shows her struggles, challenges and triumphs in the legal system.
