Degree of Guilt

Mary Carelli, a formidable figure in TV journalism, is accused of murdering renowned novelist Mark Ransom. Her attorney, Christopher Paget, aims to unveil Ransom's dark side during the trial, but as the proceedings progress, he discovers unexpected twists involving Mary's true motives, her dishonesty, and a relentless prosecutor who doubts her claims. Complicating matters further is an enigmatic judge with her own hidden agenda.