"A Time to Kill" is a 1996 legal drama film directed by Joel Schumacher, based on the novel by John Grisham. The story is set in the racially charged atmosphere of Mississippi and follows a young lawyer, Jake Brigance, who defends a black man, Carl Lee Hailey, accused of murdering two white men who raped his daughter. The film explores themes of justice, race, and morality. The film features a strong cast, including Matthew McConaughey, Sandra Bullock, and Samuel L. Jackson. As the trial unfolds, it raises difficult questions about the legal system and the nature of vengeance, ultimately challenging viewers to consider their own beliefs about justice and equality.