---
title: "Judgement"
year: 1992
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/judgement-1992"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 102407
imdb_id: "tt0097631"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 3.9
vote_count: 7
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Judgement (1992) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/judgement-1992

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Judgement is a 1992 American drama film written and directed by William Sachs, also known under the title Hitz. The story follows a juvenile court judge who goes out of her way to try to aid a young man whom she believes has innocently gotten involved with a gang.

The film features many known actors, including Cuba Gooding Jr. in his first feature film role, and also incorporates appearances by actual gang members from Los Angeles. Released in the United States on August 5, 1992, the production spans the drama, music, and thriller genres over a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A juvenile court judge fights to help a young man entangled with a gang."

### Why Watch
- Features appearances by actual gang members from Los Angeles.
- Includes Cuba Gooding Jr. in his first feature film role.
- Written and directed by William Sachs.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It has a runtime of only one hour and twenty-five minutes.
- Tone & Suitability: The film is a 1992 American drama directed by William Sachs with a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1992-cinema, #american-drama, #juvenile-court, #gang-dynamics, #feature-film

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Fawesome | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: William Sachs

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Elliott Gould** as *Judge Callow*
- **Emilia Crow** as *Judge Chelsea Walker*
- **Karen Black** as *Tiffany Powers*
- **Ed Lauter** as *Dallas Hale*
- **Sydney Lassick** as *Dr. Henry Silver*
- **Francesco Quinn** as *Jimmy Sollera*
- **Thalmus Rasulala** as *Judge Jackson*
- **Richard Coca** as *Musico*
- **Ben Slack** as *Mr. Wierzynski*
- **Raymond Cruz** as *Cyclone*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Judgement (1992)?
Streaming availability is not provided in the sources.

### Q: Is Judgement (1992) worth watching?
It may be of interest for featuring Cuba Gooding Jr. in his first feature film role and appearances by actual Los Angeles gang members.

### Q: What is the binge duration of Judgement?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of Judgement?
Judgement is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Judgement — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/102407)
- [Judgement (1992 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judgement_(1992_film))
- [Judgement (1992) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/102407-judgement/cast)
- [Judgement (1992 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Judgement_(1992_film))
- [Judgement - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judgement)
- [Judgment - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judgment)

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