Philadelphia is a courtroom drama film directed by Jonathan Demme. The movie stars Tom Hanks as a gay lawyer who is fired from his law firm after contracting HIV/AIDS. He hires a homophobic lawyer, played by Denzel Washington, to represent him in a wrongful termination lawsuit. Philadelphia tackles themes of discrimination, prejudice, and the fight for equality. With its powerful performances and emotional storytelling, the film sheds light on important social issues and remains a poignant courtroom drama.
