Dead Man Walking

Synopsis:

This fascinating and powerful drama explores the relationship between a condemned young convict and the nun who counsels him in the days leading up to his execution. Matthew Poncelet (Penn) is on death row after being convicted of raping and brutally murdering a young couple. He writes to Sister Helen Prejean (Sarandon) for help, asking her to visit him in prison. She agrees to act as his spiritual adviser and begins to spend time each day with him. Prejean, who strongly opposes capital punishment, attempts to get Poncelet's death sentence rescinded. First, however, she tries to save Poncelet's soul by getting him to face up to his guilt and ask forgiveness for his actions.

Casts: Sean Penn, Susan Sarandon, Robert Prosky

Duration : 125 minutes