A Civil Action

A Civil Action is a gripping drama about a personal injury lawyer, Jan Schlichtmann, who takes on a seemingly unprofitable case involving environmental toxicants in Woburn, Massachusetts. Against all odds, Jan decides to pursue the case, which becomes his obsession, putting his career, reputation, and personal life at risk. He represents families who demand justice and compensation from two giant corporations, Beatrice Foods and W. R. Grace and Company. The case takes a toll on Jan and his partners, both financially and emotionally, as they face intimidation and setbacks. Despite the challenges, Jan refuses to settle for anything less than victory, even when offered a substantial sum. In the end, the jury returns a verdict in favor of Beatrice, leaving Jan broke and his partners dissolving their partnership. However, the case paves the way for the EPA to take action against the corporations, resulting in millions being spent on cleaning up the contaminated land and water. The film boasts an all-star cast, including John Travolta as Jan Schlichtmann and Kathy Bates in an uncredited cameo as the judge overseeing Jan's bankruptcy hearing. It is a powerful tale of conviction and the pursuit of justice that will keep you on edge until the very end

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A Civil Action was released in theaters on December 25, 1998.