The Trust is a 1993 American crime drama film about the mysterious death of William Marsh Rice in 1900 and the people involved with it. The story is based partially in fact but has elements taken from theories developed through the years. It was produced by Quadrangle Productions and co-directed by Neil Havens and Douglas Kilgore, who also wrote the screenplay based on his own play.
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Premise
William Marsh Rice is murdered by a reputable lawyer named Albert T. Patrick, who claims Mr. Rice died in his sleep. The movie focuses on Mr. Patrick's actions after the crime as well as the investigation led by James Baker.
Production
William Marsh Rice's legacy is the prestigious Rice University located in Houston, Texas. The film was shot on location at the university and in the Houston surrounding area.
Cast
Karen Black as Maria Vandermmeer
Sam Bottoms as James Baker
Jim Bernhard as Mr.Swenson
Jon Bruno as Albert Patrick
Charles Charpiot as Captain McKlusky
Valerie Davis as Joy
Luis Lemus as James Osborne
Joseph 'Chepe' Lockett as Bank Manager
Michael Lorre as Charlie Jones (as Michael Petty)
Alan Martin as Graduate
Leon Alvarado as Graduate 2 (uncredited)
Glay Posch as Saloon Singer
Troy Reynolds as Bailiff
Suzanne Savoy as Alice Graham Baker
Randel B. Smith as Bank Clerk
Harold Suggs as William Marsh Rice
Maurice Tuttle as Secretary to James Baker
David Campbell as Attorney (uncredited)
Delores Wheeler as Attorney's Wife
Greg Lawson as Pallbearer (uncredited)
Tamer Riad as Reporter (uncredited)