The movie is based on the real-life trial of D.H. Lawrence's novel "Lady Chatterley's Lover" in 1960, which sparked a national sensation. The story revolves around two fictional jurors, Helena and Keith, who develop a passionate romance during the trial, echoing the novel's themes.
The Chatterley Affair
The tumultuous 1960 trial of D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover" is explored in the film, focusing on two jurors with opposing views on the novel's themes and morality, leading to a passionate debate.