The Pelican Brief

A college professor, who clerked for a Supreme Court Justice and is having an affair with one of his students, becomes embroiled in a murder mystery when two justices are killed. As he investigates, he uncovers a conspiracy that may involve the President's inner circle. With the help of a determined investigative reporter, they must navigate a treacherous web of power and corruption to uncover the truth, all while staying one step ahead of those who want to silence them.