Hank Palmer is a successful defense attorney in Chicago, who is getting a divorce. When His brother calls with the news that their mother has died, Hank returns to his childhood home to attend the funeral. Despite the brittle bond between Hank and the Judge, Hank must come to his father’s aid and defend him in court. Here, Hank discovers the truth behind the case, which binds together the dysfunctional family and reveals the struggles and secrecy of the family.
David Dobkin
Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga, Billy Bob Thornton
10 Oct 2014 (USA)
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 3 wins & 7 nominations.tt1872194 , Father-son Relationship, Judge, Lawyer