Screenplay data
Frank Galvin, a struggling, alcoholic attorney, seeks redemption by taking on a medical malpractice case for Deborah Ann Kaye, a woman left in a coma due to alleged negligence by doctors at a Catholic hospital. Galvin initially secures a key witness, Dr. David Gruber, who claims the doctors murdered the patient, but Gruber disappears before trial, leading Galvin to refuse a settlement offer from the powerful defense attorney Edward Concannon. As the trial progresses, Galvin faces a biased Judge Sweeney and the betrayal of his new girlfriend, Laura Fischer, who is secretly working for Concannon, while his initial expert witness, Dr. Lucien Thompson, is discredited. Despite these setbacks, Galvin uncovers a crucial witness, nurse Kathy Price, who reveals that the admitting nurse, Mary Rooney, altered the patient's chart to conceal a pre-existing condition that contraindicated the anesthesia. Although Judge Sweeney attempts to strike Kathy Price's testimony, Galvin delivers a passionate closing argument, urging the jury to find justice, and they ultimately rule in favor of the plaintiff, awarding a substantial sum.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Frank Galvin, a washed-up lawyer, scrapes by taking funeral parlor solicitations before reluctantly picking up a medical malpractice case against a powerful archdiocese.
Open full beat sheetFrank Galvin is listed as Protagonist. A struggling, alcoholic attorney seeking redemption through a medical malpractice case. In the parsed data, Frank Galvin is connected to 63 scenes, 141 dialogue lines, 144 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
63 scenes / 141 dialogue linesMickey Morrissey is listed as Supporting. Galvin's long-time friend and former law partner. In the parsed data, Mickey Morrissey is connected to 22 scenes, 44 dialogue lines, 45 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.
22 scenes / 44 dialogue linesLaura Fischer is listed as Supporting. A woman Galvin meets at a bar who turns out to be an informant for Concannon. In the parsed data, Laura Fischer is connected to 18 scenes, 27 dialogue lines, 27 text mentions, first appearing around scene 18.
18 scenes / 27 dialogue linesEdward Concannon is listed as Antagonist. A powerful, successful senior partner at a top law firm defending the hospital. In the parsed data, Edward Concannon is connected to 11 scenes, 32 dialogue lines, 32 text mentions, first appearing around scene 23.
11 scenes / 32 dialogue linesJudge Sweeney is listed as Supporting. A biased judge presiding over the case. In the parsed data, Judge Sweeney is connected to 9 scenes, 25 dialogue lines, 25 text mentions, first appearing around scene 29.
9 scenes / 25 dialogue linesJoseph Alito is listed as Antagonist. An elegant, calculating representative for the Archdiocese. In the parsed data, Joseph Alito is connected to 5 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 13.
5 scenes / 3 dialogue linesKathy Price is listed as Supporting. The admitting nurse who provides the crucial evidence. In the parsed data, Kathy Price is connected to 4 scenes, 36 dialogue lines, 38 text mentions, first appearing around scene 63.
4 scenes / 36 dialogue linesDr. Robert Towler is listed as Antagonist. The anesthesiologist accused of negligence. In the parsed data, Dr. Robert Towler is connected to 4 scenes, 6 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 39.
4 scenes / 6 dialogue linesDr. Lucien Thompson is listed as Supporting. An elderly doctor who serves as Galvin's expert witness. In the parsed data, Dr. Lucien Thompson is connected to 4 scenes, first appearing around scene 40.
4 scenes / 0 dialogue linesSally Doneghy is listed as Client. The sister of the victim, Deborah Ann Kaye. In the parsed data, Sally Doneghy is connected to 4 scenes, first appearing around scene 1.
4 scenes / 0 dialogue linesBishop Brophy is listed as Antagonist. A high-ranking church official overseeing the hospital involved in the lawsuit. In the parsed data, Bishop Brophy is connected to 3 scenes, 11 dialogue lines, 12 text mentions, first appearing around scene 21.
3 scenes / 11 dialogue linesDr. David Gruber is listed as Supporting. An anesthesiologist who initially agrees to testify for Galvin. In the parsed data, Dr. David Gruber is connected to 3 scenes, 11 dialogue lines, 11 text mentions, first appearing around scene 16.
3 scenes / 11 dialogue linesDick Doneghy is listed as Client. Sally's husband. In the parsed data, Dick Doneghy is connected to 3 scenes, 7 dialogue lines, 7 text mentions, first appearing around scene 3.
3 scenes / 7 dialogue linesMary Rooney is listed as Supporting. An obstetrical nurse present during the incident. In the parsed data, Mary Rooney is connected to 3 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 41.
3 scenes / 1 dialogue linesClaire Pavone is listed as Supporting. Galvin's secretary. In the parsed data, Claire Pavone is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 14.
1 scenes / 0 dialogue linesGalvin attends a funeral and attempts to solicit a client by handing his business card to the widow.
Frank Galvin, Sally DoneghyGalvin sits alone in a coffee shop, reviewing obituary listings.
Frank GalvinGalvin is confronted and ejected from a funeral home by the deceased's son.
Frank Galvin, Dick DoneghyThe funeral manager kicks Galvin out of the funeral home.
Frank GalvinGalvin walks aimlessly through the cold streets.
Frank GalvinGalvin tells jokes to acquaintances at a bar.
Frank GalvinGalvin destroys his files and degrees while drinking heavily.
Frank GalvinMickey confronts Galvin about his neglect of the Doneghy case.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyGalvin prepares to work on the Kaye case.
Frank GalvinGalvin reviews the Kaye file at the bar.
Frank GalvinGalvin visits Deborah Ann Kaye and takes photos.
Frank GalvinGalvin meets with Sally and Dick Doneghy.
Frank Galvin, Sally Doneghy, Dick DoneghyAlito briefs Bishop Brophy on Galvin's background and the case.
Bishop Brophy, Joseph AlitoClaire returns to work and informs Galvin about Dr. Gruber.
Frank Galvin, Claire PavoneGalvin meets Dr. Gruber.
Frank Galvin, Dr. David GruberGruber tells Galvin that the doctors murdered the patient.
Frank Galvin, Dr. David GruberGalvin and Gruber discuss the medical malpractice case and agree to meet again on Tuesday.
Frank Galvin, Dr. David GruberGalvin celebrates his successful day and meets a mysterious woman at the bar.
Frank Galvin, Laura FischerGalvin makes a phone call and reflects on his case and personal life.
Frank GalvinGalvin visits Deborah Ann Kaye and is confronted by a nurse.
Frank Galvin, Mary RooneyGalvin meets with the Bishop and refuses a settlement offer.
Frank Galvin, Bishop BrophyGalvin tells Mickey he turned down the settlement and intends to go to trial.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyConcannon prepares his legal team for the upcoming trial.
Edward ConcannonGalvin and Mickey review case materials and prepare for trial.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyGalvin meets the woman again and they go to dinner.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin and the woman have dinner and discuss the nature of justice.
Frank Galvin, Laura FischerGalvin and Laura share an awkward moment in the bedroom before she prepares for bed.
Frank Galvin, Laura FischerGalvin drinks at a bar before heading to the courthouse.
Frank GalvinGalvin meets with Judge Sweeney and Concannon to discuss a settlement offer.
Frank Galvin, Edward Concannon, Judge SweeneyGalvin attempts to interview prospective jurors.
Frank GalvinGalvin and Mickey discuss the case and the opposition's media campaign.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyDick Doneghy confronts Galvin about the settlement offer.
Frank Galvin, Dick DoneghyMickey meets Laura and tells her about Galvin's past.
Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin discovers Dr. Gruber is missing.
Frank GalvinGalvin fails to find Dr. Gruber at his office or home.
Frank GalvinGalvin asks the Judge for an extension, but is denied.
Frank Galvin, Judge SweeneyGalvin attempts to accept the settlement, then realizes his witness was compromised.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyGalvin is distraught over a setback in his case; Laura comforts him and stays the night.
Frank Galvin, Laura FischerConcannon rehearses Dr. Towler for his testimony, pressuring him to admit negligence.
Edward Concannon, Dr. Robert TowlerGalvin meets Dr. Thompson, his expert witness, and sends him to his apartment.
Frank Galvin, Dr. Lucien ThompsonGalvin attempts to convince nurse Mary Rooney to testify, but she refuses.
Frank Galvin, Mary RooneyConcannon receives a briefing on Dr. Thompson and plans his strategy.
Joseph Alito, Edward ConcannonMickey grills Dr. Thompson to prepare him for cross-examination.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Dr. Lucien ThompsonGalvin and Laura argue about the case and his self-destructive behavior.
Frank Galvin, Laura FischerThe trial begins; Galvin delivers his opening statement.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Sally Doneghy, Edward Concannon, Judge SweeneyAlito and a lawyer discuss Galvin's investigation into Mary Rooney.
Joseph AlitoAlito and a young lawyer discuss the lack of evidence in Galvin's case before Alito meets with the Bishop.
Joseph AlitoConcannon cross-examines Dr. Thompson, undermining his credibility as an expert witness.
Edward Concannon, Dr. Lucien Thompson, Judge Sweeney, Frank GalvinGalvin and Judge Sweeney have a heated confrontation regarding the conduct of the trial.
Frank Galvin, Judge SweeneySally Doneghy questions Galvin about the trial's progress.
Frank Galvin, Sally DoneghyGalvin cross-examines Dr. Towler, but makes a critical error regarding the patient's anemia.
Frank Galvin, Dr. Robert Towler, Edward Concannon, Mickey MorrisseyGalvin dismisses Dr. Thompson and meets Laura.
Frank Galvin, Dr. Lucien Thompson, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin and Mickey discuss the failed case and the need to find a new witness.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyConcannon gives Laura a confidential document.
Edward Concannon, Laura FischerLaura finds a note from Galvin.
Laura FischerGalvin attempts to trick Mary Rooney into revealing the location of Kathy Costello.
Frank Galvin, Mary RooneyGalvin and Mickey search for Kathy Costello while Laura watches.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin and Mickey work late; Laura leaves the office.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerLaura is at a diner, exhausted.
Laura FischerGalvin makes a fake call to find Kathy Costello.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin wakes up to mail and finds a disbarment notice.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin searches Mary Rooney's mailbox.
Frank GalvinGalvin calls Kathy Price.
Frank Galvin, Kathy PriceGalvin prepares to fly to New York.
Frank GalvinLaura and Mickey wake up; Mickey discovers Laura's betrayal.
Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin meets Kathy Price.
Frank Galvin, Kathy PriceGalvin confronts Laura.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerGalvin and Mickey return home.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyGalvin and Mickey watch TV in silence.
Frank Galvin, Mickey MorrisseyGalvin cross-examines Dr. Towler and calls Kathy Price to the stand.
Frank Galvin, Edward Concannon, Judge Sweeney, Kathy Price, Dr. Robert TowlerConcannon argues to strike Kathy Costello's testimony and the Xerox form; the Judge agrees and instructs the jury to disregard it.
Edward Concannon, Judge Sweeney, Kathy Price, Frank GalvinAlito and Brophy discuss the legal situation following the striking of Costello's testimony.
Joseph Alito, Bishop BrophyGalvin delivers his closing argument to the jury.
Frank Galvin, Judge SweeneyThe jury returns with a verdict for the Plaintiff and asks about the award amount.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Edward Concannon, Judge Sweeney, Dr. Robert TowlerGalvin and Mickey prepare to leave; Galvin rejects Laura.
Frank Galvin, Mickey Morrissey, Laura FischerYou know, so much of the time we're lost. We say, 'Please, God, tell us what is right. Tell us what's true. There is no justice. The rich win, the poor are powerless...' We become tired of hearing people lie. After a time we become dead. A little dead. We start thinking of ourselves as victims. And we become victims. And we become weak... and doubt ourselves, and doubt our institutions... and doubt our beliefs... we say for example, 'The law is a sham... there is no law... I was a fool for having believed there was.' But today you are the law. You are the law... And not some book and not the lawyers, or the marble statues and the trappings of the court... all that they are is symbols. Of our desire to be just... All that they are, in effect, is a prayer... ...a fervent, and a frightened prayer.
I want an article in the Globe As Soon As Possible, 'St. Cat's... Neighborhood Giant serving the community' etc. We've got it in the files. I want something in Monday's Herald: 'Our Gallant Doctors,' something... Be inventive, I want television... Our clients are: the Archdiocese of Boston; St. Catherine Laboure Hospital, and Drs. Marx and Towler, two of the most respected men in their profession. The thrust of this defense will be to answer in court, in the press and in the public mind -- to answer the accusation of negligence this completely: not only that we win the case, but that we win the case so that it's seen that the attack on these men and this institution was a rank obscenity.
That Frank was working on. Yeah. He thought Franky needed some help, so they bribed a juror. So Franky finds out. He comes to me in tears. He thinks that anybody who knows what a 'spinnaker' is got to be a saint. I told him 'Franky, wake up. These people are sharks. What do you think they got so rich from? Doing good?' He can't be comforted. He tells the boys at Stearns and Harrington they've disappointed him, he's going to the Judge to rat them out.
Whose side are you arguing...? I thought that you wanted to do something. I don't have any interest in the woman's 'estate' -- No offense, but we all know where the money's going to... I have an interest in the Hospital; and I don't want those bozos working in the same shop as me. They gave her the wrong anesthetic. They turned the girl into a vegetable. They killed her and they killed her kid. You caught 'em. Now: how many others did they kill?
After, after the operation, when that poor girl, she went in a coma. Dr. Towler called me in. He told me he had five difficult deliveries in a row and he was tired, and he never looked at the admittance form. And he told me to change the form. He told me to change the one to a nine. Or else, or else, he said... He said he'd fire me. He said I'd never work again... Who were these men...? Who were these men...? I wanted to be a nurse...
Not bad...? This guy's Dr. Kildare, the jury's going to love him, Mick... And you calm down, all right? Their guy, Towler's, the author of the book, 'Methodology and Practice, Anesthesiology.' and they got depositions from the nurses, everybody in the operating room, the scrub-nurse... 'All these guys are God. I saw them walk on water...' They had an obstetrical nurse in there. We got a deposition from the obstetrical nurse?
Concannon got to my witness. I can't breathe in here... Hello Doctor...? Dr. Thompson. This is Joseph Galvin, attorney for a Deborah Ann Kaye, we had some correspondence some time ago...? That's right. I'm sorry that we never got back, the case was postponed, and I've had a changeover in staff... I'm sorry to call you so late... but we have had a change of strategy, and we were wondering, I know this is short notice, but...
A huge law firm. Okay? They put him in the firm, he's married, everything's superb. Franky, he's starting to talk like he comes from Dorsetshire, some fuckin' place, 'You must drop by with Pat and me...' Okay...? ...and he's making a billion dollars every minute working for Stearns, Harrington, and he bought a dog, and everything is rosy. Then Mr. Stearns, he tried to fix a case.
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