Law and Order
Originally released in 1969. Law and Order is a documentary film. directed by Frederick Wiseman. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
LAW & ORDER surveys the wide range of work the police are asked to perform: enforcing the law, maintaining order, and providing general social services. The incidents shown illustrate how training, community expectations, socio-economic status of the subject, the threat of violence, and discretion affect police behavior.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 2, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (19 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Osti Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Law and Order about?
LAW & ORDER surveys the wide range of work the police are asked to perform: enforcing the law, maintaining order, and providing general social services. The incidents shown illustrate how training,...
Who directed Law and Order?
Law and Order was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
How long is Law and Order?
Law and Order has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Law and Order released?
Law and Order was released on March 2, 1969 in theaters.