
Reversal of Fortune
The Case of Claus Von Bulow. An American Saga of Money and Mystery.
Directed by Barbet Schroeder
Produced by Shochiku-Fuji Company, Sovereign Pictures
A cerebral legal drama built on ambiguity and moral complexity, examining whether a wealthy man accused of attempted murder is guilty or innocent through the lens of his appeal.
Wealthy Sunny von Bülow lies brain-dead, husband Claus guilty of attempted murder; but he says he's innocent and hires Alan Dershowitz for his appeal.
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Is Reversal of Fortune sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Is Reversal of Fortune violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Reversal of Fortune easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is Reversal of Fortune scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Does Reversal of Fortune end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































