Execution of Justice

1999 NR 1h 38m 5.8

The story of an assassin who killed a mayor in the 1970's in what was known as the "Twinkie Defense".

The true story of the assassination of San Francisco Mayor George Moscone and City Supervisor Harvey Milk on November 27, 1978. The case of assassin Dan White has become known as the "Twinkie defense" after his sentence was reduced from first-degree murder to voluntary manslaughter. White served five years in prison and committed suicide in 1985. This film is based on 'Emily Mann''s play. Written by

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Info about Execution of Justice

Studio(s): Daly-Harris Productions, Paramount Television Studios

Originally Released: Nov 28, 1999

Production Country: United States

Genres: Crime, Drama