West of Memphis
“An examination of a failure of justice in Arkansas”
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.
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West Of Memphis - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-03
Top Cast
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Damien Echols
Self
Jessie Misskelley Jr.
Self
Jason Baldwin
Self
Pam Hobbs
Self – Stevie Branch's Mother
Steve Jones
Self – Former Juvenile Officer, Crittenden County
John Fogleman
Self – Former Deputy Prosecutor
Jerry Driver
Self – Former Juvenile Corrections Officer
Sharon French
Self – Juror #9 - Echols/Baldwin Trial
Lorri Davis
Self – Damien's Wife
Mara Leveritt
Self – Author - "Devil's Knot"
Martin Hill
Self – Case Researcher
Dan Stidham
Self – Defense Attorney for Jessie Misskelley
Jessie Misskelley Sr.
Self – Jessie's Father
Steve Drizin
Self – Law Professor, Northwestern Univ. School of Law
Laura Nirider
Self – Staff Attorney, Center on Wrongful Convictions of Youth
Kiki Daire
Self – Childhood Friend of Damien & Jason (as Jennifer Bearden)
David Burnett
Self – Trial Judge
Stephanie Dollar
Self – Defense Witness - Misskelley Trial
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 25, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 22, 2013
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$318K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amy J. Berg
- Screenplay & Story
- Billy McMillin, Amy J. Berg
- Original Score
- Nick Cave, Warren Ellis
- Original Title
- West of Memphis
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Worldwide Gross
- $318K
- Production Studios
- Disarming Films, WingNut Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amy J. Berg
Billy McMillin, Amy J. Berg
Nick Cave, Warren Ellis
Ronan Killeen, Maryse Alberti
Billy McMillin
Peter Jackson, Lorri Davis, Ken Kamins, Damien Echols, Fran Walsh
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Jackson
Producer
Billy McMillin
Editor
Billy McMillin
Writer
Lorri Davis
Producer
Damien Echols
Producer
Amy J. Berg
Director
Fran Walsh
Producer
Amy J. Berg
Producer
Amy J. Berg
Writer
Nick Cave
Original Music Composer
Warren Ellis
Original Music Composer
Ronan Killeen
Director of Photography
Maryse Alberti
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About West of Memphis
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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 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.
Who directed West of Memphis?
West of Memphis was directed by Amy J. Berg.
Who stars in West of Memphis?
The principal cast of West of Memphis includes Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley Jr., Jason Baldwin, Pam Hobbs, Steve Jones.
When was West of Memphis released and how long is it?
West of Memphis was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
How much did West of Memphis make at the box office?
West of Memphis grossed $318K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for West of Memphis?
The original motion picture soundtrack for West of Memphis was composed by Nick Cave, Warren Ellis.
What is the age rating and content advisory for West of Memphis?
West of Memphis holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; CA: R; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).