Coming Up on Saturday at The Described Movies: The Judge and Joe Kidd

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From this Saturday at 12 AM Eastern—that’s 6 PM Saturday in NZ, 4 PM in Sydney, and 5 AM in the UK—and repeated every four hours throughout the day—we’re
featuring the described movies The Judge (2014) and Joe Kidd (1972).
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Movie 1: The Judge (2014)

The Judge (2014) is a powerful legal drama that explores family relationships, personal responsibility, and long-buried emotional tensions.
The film follows a successful lawyer who returns to his hometown following a family tragedy, only to discover that his estranged father, a respected judge,
has become the central suspect in a serious criminal case.
As he reluctantly takes on his father’s defence, unresolved conflicts resurface, forcing both men to confront their past and reassess their relationship.
Directed by David Dobkin, the film blends courtroom drama with deeply personal storytelling, examining themes of forgiveness, loyalty, and reconciliation.
Featuring compelling performances and emotional depth, The Judge offers a thoughtful and engaging exploration of justice both inside and outside the courtroom.

Directed by: David Dobkin
Produced by: David Dobkin, Susan Downey, David Gambino
Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga
Written by: Nick Schenk, Bill Dubuque
Music by: Thomas Newman
Cinematography: Janusz Kamiński
Edited by: Mark Livolsi
Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures
Release date: 10 October 2014 (USA)
File length: 135 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English
Budget: Approx. $50 million
Box office: Approx. $84.4 million

Movie 2: Joe Kidd (1972)

Joe Kidd (1972) is a classic Western that combines action, drama, and moral complexity in a story set against the rugged landscapes of the American frontier.
The film follows a former bounty hunter who becomes reluctantly involved in a conflict between wealthy landowners and a group of dispossessed farmers fighting
for their rights.
Initially indifferent to the struggle, Joe finds himself drawn deeper into the conflict as tensions escalate and personal loyalties are tested.
Directed by John Sturges, the film explores themes of justice, redemption, and individual conscience while delivering suspenseful action and memorable
character
moments.
Featuring a strong central performance and striking cinematography, Joe Kidd stands as a notable entry in the Western genre and reflects the evolving tone
of
Westerns in the early 1970s.

Directed by: John Sturges
Produced by: Sidney Beckerman
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Robert Duvall, John Saxon
Written by: Elmore Leonard
Music by: Lalo Schifrin
Cinematography: Bruce Surtees
Edited by: Ferris Webster
Distributed by: Universal Pictures
Release date: 19 July 1972 (USA)
File length: 88 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English
Budget: Approx. $1.6 million
Box office: Approx. $21 million