Body of Evidence

The film opens with Andrew Marsh, an older man, observing a homemade pornographic tape. Unfortunately, he dies from complications related to erotic asphyxiation, setting off a chain of events that leads to a shocking trial.

Rebecca Carlson, the woman seen with Marsh in the tape, becomes the main suspect and is charged with his murder. Her motivations are questioned as she stands to inherit $8 million from his will, which raises suspicions of foul play.

Rebecca enlists lawyer Frank Dulaney to defend her in court. As they prepare for the trial, Frank struggles with his feelings towards Rebecca, complicating their professional relationship.

Unbeknownst to Frank's wife, Frank and Rebecca enter into a sadomasochistic sexual relationship while working on her case. Their passionate encounters escalate, with Rebecca even playing with candle wax as part of their encounters.

During the trial, the prosecutor Robert Garrett aims to prove that Rebecca deliberately killed Marsh during their sexual activity. The tension in the courtroom builds as evidence is presented to show that she was motivated by greed.

The testimony of Marsh's private secretary, Joanne Braslow, introduces doubt into the prosecution's case. She reveals her own intimate relationship with Marsh, suggesting that his death could have resulted from a variety of factors.

Rebecca takes the witness stand to share her side of the story. Her heartfelt performance convinces the jury of her innocence, as she denies any intention to kill Marsh during their intimate encounter.

The jury ultimately acquits Rebecca of the murder charge. Though she walks free, Frank is left grappling with the implications of the verdict and the truth he now believes about her actions.

After the trial, Frank comes to the grim realization that Rebecca actually killed Marsh deliberately. He is unable to disclose this truth due to attorney-client privilege, feeling trapped by legal constraints.

Frank visits Rebecca at her home, where he discovers her with Marsh's doctor, Alan Payley. They discuss the conspiracy to murder Marsh, revealing a sinister plot that had been disguised during the trial.

In a heated moment, Alan Payley lashes out at Rebecca after she mocks their previous involvement. The confrontation escalates, leading to an unexpected and violent outcome.

In a shocking twist, Rebecca is shot by Payley, leading her to plunge from the window of her home. The scene captures the chaos and instability created by their deadly game.

As the police arrive and take Payley away, Frank is left to reflect on the events that unfolded in the courtroom. He confronts the prosecutor Garrett, hinting at the moral ambiguity surrounding justice in this case.

In the closing moments, Frank tells Garrett that he should have won the case, indicating the miscarriage of justice at hand. Garrett's cold reply highlights his view that the legal system has its own standards, regardless of morality.