Defending Jacob

Andy Barber has been an assistant district attorney in suburban Massachusetts for over 20 years. He is respected by the community, tenacious in court, and happy with his wife Laurie and son Jacob at home. However, when a shocking crime hits their New England town, Andy's world turns upside down as he discovers his 14-year-old son was involved in the murder of a fellow student. Andy's deep-seated parental instincts kick in to protect his boy. Jacob insists on his innocence and says he is not responsible for the crime. However, mounting evidence and revelations threaten both his marriage and trial. As Andy grapples with loyalty and justice, truth and allegations, past events and his son's future, he realizes that between him and his son lies a moral dilemma. Andy must navigate this difficult path, weighing his duty as a father against the demands of the law. His journey is one of personal conflict, self-reflection, and ultimately, a profound realization about the complexities of familial bonds and accountability.