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The Sparring Partner

2022, Movie, 2h 15min

Adapted from a sensational real-life case in 2013, the intricate story begins when a young man partners with his friend to murder and dismember his parents. Pleading not guilty, the defense attorneys soon turn on each other, as the defendants play the devil and idiot game. Meanwhile, heated debates emerge inside the jury room, where nine jurors grapple with the truth.

Country: Hong Kong

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Reviews

Critic Cath Clarke

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A stylish take on a gruesome real-life murder.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Simon Abrams

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“The Sparring Partner” leaves a mark because it’s compelling as both a model example and a bitter auto-critique.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

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"The Sparring Partner" is a gripping drama that delves into the complexities of the criminal justice system. The film is based on a real-life case in which two young men are accused of murdering and dismembering their parents. The defendants, represented by two barristers, plead not guilty, leading to a tense and intricate trial. Meanwhile, nine jurors from diverse backgrounds are tasked with deliberating the truth, leading to heated debates and moral dilemmas. As the trial unfolds, the jurors must grapple with their own personal biases and beliefs while navigating the complex web of evidence and testimony. Will justice be served, or will the defendants' cunning tactics prevail?

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