Drama
United Kingdom,Japan,United States of America
Reversal of Fortune is a 1990 drama film based on the true story of the attempted murder of Sunny von Bülow, a socialite and heiress who was left in a persistent vegetative state following an insulin overdose. The film explores the complex legal case that followed, as Sunny's husband, Claus von Bülow, was initially convicted of attempted murder but later acquitted on appeal.
The story is told through the perspective of famed defense attorney Alan Dershowitz, who is hired by Claus to handle his appeal. Dershowitz is initially skeptical of Claus's claims of innocence, but as he delves deeper into the case, he begins to uncover evidence and inconsistencies that cast doubt on Claus's guilt.
Through flashbacks and courtroom scenes, the film explores the tumultuous and often dysfunctional relationship between Claus and Sunny, as well as the larger world of New York high society that they inhabited. The film features standout performances by Jeremy Irons as Claus, Glenn Close as Sunny, and Ron Silver as Dershowitz.
Overall, Reversal of Fortune is a gripping and thought-provoking legal drama that raises questions about justice, honesty, and the power of wealth and privilege.
