In1947, four German judges who served during the Nazi era are brought before a military tribunal and charged with crimes against humanity. Chief Justice Haywood hears evidence and testimony from not only the principal defendant Ernst Janning and his defense attorney Hans Rolfe, but also the widow of a Nazi general, an idealistic U.S. Army captain, and a reluctant witness, Irene Wallner.
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In1947, four German judges who served during the Nazi era are brought before a military tribunal and charged with crimes against humanity. Chief Justice Haywood hears evidence and testimony from not only the principal defendant Ernst Janning and his defense attorney Hans Rolfe, but also the widow of a Nazi general, an idealistic U.S. Army captain, and a reluctant witness, Irene Wallner.
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