"The Accused" is a 1988 legal drama film directed by Jonathan Kaplan. It stars Jodie Foster as a young woman named Sarah Tobias, who becomes a victim of a brutal sexual assault in a bar. The film explores the aftermath of the crime and the challenges she faces in seeking justice. The story highlights the societal issues surrounding victim-blaming and the legal system's treatment of sexual assault cases. Kelly McGillis plays the role of a determined district attorney who takes on Sarah's case, aiming to hold the perpetrators accountable and bring attention to the broader implications of such violence.