Deadline
Originally released in 2004. Deadline is a documentary film. directed by Kirsten Johnson.
Starring Anthony Amsterdam, George W. Bush, and John Chancellor
Synopsis
In 2000, Illinois Gov. George Ryan ordered a moratorium on the death penalty after university students uncovered new evidence proving the innocence of 13 men on death row. This documentary follows the hearings held by a panel Ryan appointed to study the issue and interviews activists, scholars and prisoners, while examining the history of the American death penalty. As Ryan's time in office comes to an end, he must decide what steps to take to reform the judicial system.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
9.0/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Big Mouth Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deadline about?
In 2000, Illinois Gov. George Ryan ordered a moratorium on the death penalty after university students uncovered new evidence proving the innocence of 13 men on death row. This documentary follows ...
Who directed Deadline?
Deadline was directed by Kirsten Johnson.
How long is Deadline?
Deadline has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Deadline released?
Deadline was released on October 5, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Deadline?
The main cast of Deadline includes Anthony Amsterdam, George W. Bush, John Chancellor, Mamie Till Mobley, Richard Nixon.