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‘The Pelican Brief’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Amanda Dobbins
Dec 12, 2023
Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Amanda Dobbins discuss the 1993 legal thriller film 'The Pelican Brief'. They talk about the film adaptation, themes of justice and corruption, John Grisham's writing career, and various scenes and aspects of the movie including disguises and running. They also debate the movie's title, casting choices, and the rise of Denzel Washington and Julia Roberts. The speakers analyze scenes from 'Home Alone' and discuss conspiracy theories and the enduring appeal of 'The Pelican Brief'.
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- The Pelican Brief depicts a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase as Darby and Gray uncover a web of corruption and greed.
- The movie showcases the enduring appeal of newspapers and the importance of investigative journalism.
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The Pelican Brief: A thrilling conspiracy unfolds
When two Supreme Court justices are murdered, law student Darby Shaw pieces together a theory that could expose a dangerous conspiracy. As she goes on the run, she teams up with journalist Gray Grantham in a race to uncover the truth and stay alive. Their investigation takes them from New Orleans to Washington D.C., uncovering a web of corruption and greed. With twists and turns at every corner, The Pelican Brief keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
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