Body of Evidence

"An act of love, or an act of murder?"

Jan 15 1993 R 1h 39m
Drama, Thriller

When an elderly millionaire is found dead with cocaine in his system, his will leaves $8 million to Rebecca Carlson, who was having an affair with him. District attorney Robert Garrett decides to prosecute Rebecca, arguing that she deliberately engaged in wild sex with the old man to overexcite him and lead to his premature death. Defense attorney Frank Dulaney defends Rebecca in court while getting sucked into a dangerous affair with her.

Plot

A lawyer defends a woman accused of killing her older lover by having sex with him.

Written by

Brad Mirman

Directed by

Uli Edel

Production Countries

United States of America, Germany

Production Companies

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Languages

English

Awards

1 win & 8 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
17,289
Average Rating
4.6 out of 10
Metascore
29
Popularity
NA