The Firm

US (1993): Drama

Mitch McDeere (Tom Cruise) is a young man with a promising future in the law. He is approached by 'The Firm' and receives an offer he doesn't refuse. Seduced by the money and gifts showered on him, he is totally oblivious to the more sinister side of his company. Then, two Associates are murdered. The FBI contacts him, asking him for information and suddenly his life is ruined. He has a choice -- work with the FBI, or stay with the Firm. Either way he will lose his life as he knows it. Mitch figures the only way out is to follow his own plan... Sydney Pollack directs David Rabe's adaptation of the John Grisham best-seller. The all-star cast includes Gene Hackman, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Hal Holbrook, Wilford Brimley, Ed Harris, Holly Hunter, David Strathairn, Gary Busey and Steven Hill. (IMDb)


· Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role 1993: Holly Hunter
· Achievement in Music (Original Score) 1993: Dave Grusin

2 nominations