In the midst of a tumultuous United States in the late 1960s, a diverse group of activists becomes the epicenter of one of the most notorious trials in history. Following massive protests against the Vietnam War during the 1968 Democratic Convention in Chicago, seven men are charged with conspiracy and rioting in a climate of social and political tension. Each of them, with their own ideals and methods, confronts the judicial system in unexpected ways, challenging the established order.
As the trial progresses, the defendants—among them a charismatic and provocative leader of the civil rights struggle and a radical strategist—must face not only the prosecutors but also the public scrutiny and media manipulation. The hearings turn into a spectacle, where truths are distorted and justice seems at stake. Under the direction of an authoritarian judge, highlighting the fight for freedom of speech and civil rights, the jury encounters evidence that goes beyond legality; it is a cultural battle.
As events unfold, the film explores friendship, political tensions, and the struggle for true change in a world that seems on the brink of collapse. Day after day, the protagonists must decide how far they are willing to go for their convictions, while the jury becomes a symbol of resistance and the fight against oppression.