Laws of Deception

Laws of Deception

You don't know the truth until you've lived the lie.

1997 · 98 min · ★ 4.0 · Drama

A law student is seduced by a beautiful woman he doesn't know, and after a one night stand with her, his roommate warns him to be careful because he suspects she may have other motives. Years later, she returns and hires him as her lawyer to defend against a charge of murdering her husband. A web of intrigue ensues as the lawyer begins his hunt to find the killer and also confront the demons of his past.

Directed by Joey Travolta

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C. Thomas Howell Evan Marino
Amber Smith Elise Talbot
Brian Austin Green Cal Miller
James Russo Gino Carlucci
Nick Mancuso Det. Sgt. Lou Mather
Kena Land Hotel Prostitute
John Landis Judge Trevino
Corbett Tuck Girl at Table with J.W.
Olivia Maxwell Tammi

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