"My Cousin Vinny" is a 1992 comedy film directed by Jonathan Lynn. The story follows Vinny Gambini, a brash New York lawyer, who is called to defend his cousin, Bill Gambini, and his friend, Stan Rothenstein, after they are wrongfully accused of murder in a small Alabama town. The film highlights Vinny's unorthodox legal methods and his struggles to adapt to the courtroom environment. With the help of his fiancée, Lisa, he navigates the challenges of the legal system, ultimately leading to a surprising and humorous resolution.