Law and Order
Synopsis
A survey of the wide range of work police are asked to perform: enforcing the law, maintaining order, and providing general social services. The depicted incidents illustrate how training, community expectations, socio-economic status of the subject, the threat of violence, and discretion affect police behavior.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
DMZ International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 2, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick Wiseman
- Screenplay & Story
- Frederick Wiseman
- Original Title
- Law and Order
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Osti Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman
William Brayne
Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman
Department Leadership Roster
William Brayne
Director of Photography
Frederick Wiseman
Director
Frederick Wiseman
Editor
Frederick Wiseman
Producer
Frederick Wiseman
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Law and Order
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What is Law and Order about?
A survey of the wide range of work police are asked to perform: enforcing the law, maintaining order, and providing general social services. The depicted incidents illustrate how training, community expectations, socio-economic status of the subject, the threat of violence, and discretion affect police behavior.
Who directed Law and Order?
Law and Order was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
Who stars in Law and Order?
The principal cast of Law and Order includes Richard Nixon.
When was Law and Order released and how long is it?
Law and Order was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.