Plot
A convicted murderer on Death Row and the nun who befriends him. Through the portrayal of finely drawn characters and their interactions as the days, hours, and minutes tick down to the condemned man's execution, powerful emotions are unleashed. While Matthew Poncelet and Sister Prejean desperately try to gain a stay of execution from the governor or the courts, scenes are intercut from the brutal crime, gradually revealing the truth about the events that transpired. In addition to her temporal help, the nun also tries to reach out spiritually and assist as a guide to salvation.
Written by
Helen Prejean, Tim Robbins
Directed by
Tim Robbins
Crew
Production Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Production Companies
Working Title Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Havoc
Languages
English
Awards
Won 1 Oscar. 23 wins & 25 nominations total