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From the Hip (1986)

From the Hip (1986)
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Director Bob Clark, whose previous cinematic endeavors ran the gamut from Porky's to A Christmas Story, called the shots on From the Hip. Fresh out of law school, Robin Weathers (Judd Nelson) is hired by a law firm not known for its ethics. Weathers' first client is a man who, up to trial time, was perfectly willing to cop a plea. Instead, the novice lawyer sharkishly secures a "not guilty" verdict--not to mention a public reputation as a live wire. His jealous older colleagues decide to get even with Weathers by assigning him a case that cannot possibly be won. Thus it is that Weathers is assigned to defend insufferable murder suspect Douglas Benoit (John Hurt), who refuses to cooperate with his attorney even though he's facing a death sentence. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Elizabeth PerkinsJohn Hurt, (more)
Director(s):
Bob Clark
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of From the Hip

Director Bob Clark, whose previous cinematic endeavors ran the gamut from Porky's to A Christmas Story, called the shots on From the Hip. Fresh out of law school, Robin Weathers (Judd Nelson) is hired by a law firm not known for its ethics. Weathers' first client is a man who, up to trial time, was perfectly willing to cop a plea. Instead, the novice lawyer sharkishly secures a "not guilty" verdict--not to mention a public reputation as a live wire. His jealous older colleagues decide to get even with Weathers by assigning him a case that cannot possibly be won. Thus it is that Weathers is assigned to defend insufferable murder suspect Douglas Benoit (John Hurt), who refuses to cooperate with his attorney even though he's facing a death sentence. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
111 mins

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Director(s):
Bob Clark
Writer(s):
David E. KelleyBob Clark
Producer(s):
Brian RussellBob ClarkRene Dupont
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG(Adult Situations, Questionable for Children, Adult Language)
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    Troy J.

    Yes, I know this is an 80's movie but it has got to be one of the most underated movies I have ever come across. It is a personal favorite of mine. If you like entertainment at all then take a chance and watch this movie. It is a fantastic mix of comedy, and a lot of it, and some gripping moments as well. This movie is a MUST SEE ... you won't regret it!

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    Edward B.

    Very entertaining, really worth watching. We have seen this movie a few times and always look forward to watching it again.

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    Michael G.

    I saw this movie when it came out in the theaters; it's like two movies in one. the first part shows a lighter side of the characters with them coming straight out of law school. The second half is tense and suspenseful and John Hurt's part is mesmerizing.

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