West of Memphis
"An examination of a failure of justice in Arkansas"
Originally released in 2012. West of Memphis is a documentary film. directed by Amy J. Berg. With a runtime of 2h 30m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley Jr., and Jason Baldwin
Synopsis
The documentary tells the hitherto unknown story behind an extraordinary and desperate fight to bring the truth to light. Told and made by those who lived it, the filmmakers' unprecedented access to the inner workings of the defense allows the film to show the investigation, research, and appeals process in a way that has never been seen before; revealing shocking and disturbing new information about a case that still haunts the American South.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 22, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
2h 30m
150 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (154 votes)
Box Office
$318.3K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Damien Echols
as Self
Jessie Misskelley Jr.
as Self
Jason Baldwin
as Self
Pam Hobbs
as Self – Stevie Branch's Mother
Steve Jones
as Self – Former Juvenile Officer, Crittenden County
John Fogleman
as Self – Former Deputy Prosecutor
Jerry Driver
as Self – Former Juvenile Corrections Officer
Sharon French
as Self – Juror #9 - Echols/Baldwin Trial
Lorri Davis
as Self – Damien's Wife
Mara Leveritt
as Self – Author - "Devil's Knot"
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $318,317
Production Companies
- Disarming Films
- WingNut Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West of Memphis about?
The documentary tells the hitherto unknown story behind an extraordinary and desperate fight to bring the truth to light. Told and made by those who lived it, the filmmakers' unprecedented access t...
Who directed West of Memphis?
West of Memphis was directed by Amy J. Berg.
How long is West of Memphis?
West of Memphis has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes total).
When was West of Memphis released?
West of Memphis was released on November 22, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in West of Memphis?
The main cast of West of Memphis includes Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley Jr., Jason Baldwin, Pam Hobbs, Steve Jones.
Is West of Memphis worth watching?
West of Memphis has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 154 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.