Ebert only marginally recommends this 1996 drama despite a performance by James Woods that he admires.

Read four separate reviews praising and condemning the Rob Reiner-directed courtroom drama, or submit a personalized criticism.

Browse over 55 reviews of the film that details the real-life trial of Byron De La Beckwith, murderer of civil rights activist Medgar Evers.

Insult-filled critic complains that the film plays out like a typical courtroom drama. Use the message board to argue or concur.