To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) | Atticus’s closing speech

Duration: 6'26''

Synopsis

From the Oscar winning adaptation of 'To Kill a Mockingbird', Atticus pleads with the jury to find Tom Robinson innocent.

Further Information
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