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Defenseless

1991-08-23 · 104 min · ★ 4.9

Thriller · Mystery

A Los Angeles lawyer defends her former college roommate, whose husband — her lover — has been slain.

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Directors
Martin Campbell
Production companies
New Visions Pictures, Seven Arts Pictures, Carolco Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Barbara HersheyBarbara HersheyThelma 'T.K.' Knudsen Katwuller
Sam ShepardSam ShepardDet. Beutel
Christine EliseChristine EliseCindy Bodeck / Cheerleader in Porno
Mary Beth HurtMary Beth HurtEllie Seldes
J.T. WalshJ.T. WalshSteven Seldes
Kellie OverbeyKellie OverbeyJanna Seldes
Jay O. SandersJay O. SandersBull Dozer
John KapelosJohn KapelosJack Hammer
Sheree NorthSheree NorthMrs. Bodeck
Randy BrooksRandy BrooksMonroe
Christopher M. BrownChristopher M. BrownDubbing Theatre Employee
Michael CollinsPoliceman
George P. WilburGeorge P. WilburSherman Bodeck
Marabina JaimesMarabina JaimesT.K.'s Receptionist
John AchornBoard Member in Law Firm
Lisa DarrLisa DarrBoard Member in Law Firm
Billy HayesBoard Member in Law Firm
Glenn WilsonBoard Member in Law Firm
Anne Alexander SiederAnne Alexander SiederClient #1

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