Movies like American Violet

Adapted from John Grisham's novel, A Time to Kill confronts racial tensions head-on as a young lawyer defends a black man accused of taking the law into his own hands. The film’s exploration of racial prejudice and legal ethics echoes the themes presented in American Violet.

Featuring Julia Roberts as a legal assistant taking on a power corporation, Erin Brockovich displays the fight against a different kind of systemic injustice. Its underdog story and strong-willed protagonist align with the spirit of American Violet.

Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington lead in Philadelphia, a film that not only deals with the injustice faced by an HIV-positive lawyer but also unpacks layers of discrimination. It’s a fierce legal drama with social commentary that resonates with American Violet admirers.

Based on a true story, Just Mercy follows young lawyer Bryan Stevenson and his history-making battle for justice. Anyone moved by the themes of legal struggle and racial discrimination in American Violet will find this narrative both inspiring and heart-wrenching.

Highlighting sexual harassment in the mining industry, North Country spins the deeply personal story of a woman's legal battle for her rights. Like American Violet, it's about fighting entrenched systemic injustice and could strike a chord with audiences who appreciate courtroom dramas that question societal norms.

Denzel Washington stars as Rubin 'Hurricane' Carter, a boxer wrongly convicted of murder. The Hurricane dives deep into the themes of injustice and racial bias, much like American Violet, offering a compelling look into the life of a man fighting for his innocence.

Fruitvale Station portrays the true story of Oscar Grant, a young African-American man who encounters the justice system with deadly consequences. Engaging in complex social issues just like American Violet, the movie invites viewers to ponder the intersection of race and law enforcement.