Philadelphia (1993)

Drama
→ Influenced 1 films ← Inspired by 2 films

Two competing lawyers join forces to sue a prestigious law firm for AIDS discrimination. As their unlikely friendship develops their courage overcomes the prejudice and corruption of their powerful adversaries.

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The Verdict
The Verdict (1946)1

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Dallas Buyers Club
Dallas Buyers Club (2013)2

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Influenced By

  1. The Verdict (1946)
    "Starring Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington, this film tells the story of a lawyer who sues his former firm for discrimination after being dismissed due to his HIV status. The courtroom dynamics and themes of justice echo those in "The Verdict."" 18 Movies Like The Verdict (1982) Television Stats

Influenced

  1. Dallas Buyers Club (2013)
    "As one of the first major films to address HIV/AIDS, "Philadelphia" follows a lawyer who sues his firm for discrimination after being diagnosed with AIDS. Its exploration of societal attitudes towards the disease paved the way for films like "Dallas Buyers Club."" Dallas Buyers Club: How Hollywood grapples with Aids Tom Brook BBC