Drama
United States of America
Color of Justice is a 1997 American crime drama film directed by Jeremy Kagan and starring Charles S. Dutton and Gregory Hines. The film's plot centers around the racially charged case of four young black men who kill a white woman. The incident threatens to spark a riot, and the district attorney must navigate a political minefield in pursuing the case.
The attorney assigned to the case, played by Dutton, is conflicted about how to proceed. On the one hand, he must uphold justice and hold the killers accountable for their actions. On the other hand, he must be careful not to incite further violence in the already tumultuous racial climate of the city.
Adding to the tension is the presence of a vocal and bombastic black community leader named Rev. Mackey, played by Hines. Mackey insists that the four men were justified in their actions because they were in fear for their lives. He demands that they not be tried in a system that he feels is rigged against them.
As the trial proceeds, tensions continue to rise. The prosecutor faces threats and harassment from the black community, while the defense attorney faces criticism from white supremacists. In the end, the jury is unable to reach a verdict, leaving the question of justice unanswered.
Color of Justice deals with themes of racial tension, police brutality, and the unequal treatment of black Americans in the criminal justice system. It is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged film that will linger in viewers' minds long after the credits roll.
