Conviction (2010)

Plot:

The inspirational true story of a sister's unwavering devotion to her brother. When Betty Anne Waters' older brother Kenny is arrested for murder and sentenced to life in 1983, Betty Anne, a Massachusetts wife and mother of two, dedicates her life to overturning the murder conviction. Convinced that her brother is innocent, Betty Anne puts herself through high school, college and, finally, law school in an 18 year quest to free Kenny.

Director:Tony Goldwyn

Starring:Sam Rockwell, Melissa Leo, Peter Gallagher, Hilary Swank, Juliette Lewis, Minnie Driver

R, 2010, Fox Searchlight Pictures

Conviction (2010)

1. Foster system separates devastated siblings

2. Busy mom forgets promise to children

3. Children choose between divorced parents

4. Friend encourages depressed woman to resume living

5. Woman reluctantly helps stranger despite inconvenience

6. Sister sacrificed much to help brother

7. Sister's love gives brother strength to survive prison