I saw "The Andersonville Trial" on Bravo about four years ago and was struck by its power. It is a highly literate play, dealing with very important and perhaps timeless issues -- responsibility for and complicity in war crimes.
All the actors are excellent, and I believe Shatner, Cassidy, Basehart, Salmi and Ebsen gave the performances of their careers. There's even the luxury of Martin Sheen in a small role.
It's especially impressive to see these fine actors convey the time and place so powerfully. None of them comes across as a refuge from the late 20th-century:). Scott's direction (and by extension, his use of camera angles) is intelligent and taut.
How wonderful to have this outstanding production available on video. Can't recommend it enough.
All the actors are excellent, and I believe Shatner, Cassidy, Basehart, Salmi and Ebsen gave the performances of their careers. There's even the luxury of Martin Sheen in a small role.
It's especially impressive to see these fine actors convey the time and place so powerfully. None of them comes across as a refuge from the late 20th-century:). Scott's direction (and by extension, his use of camera angles) is intelligent and taut.
How wonderful to have this outstanding production available on video. Can't recommend it enough.