Kelly McGillis’ Overlooked Role That Outshone Jodie Foster’s Iconic Performance
In the gripping 1988 courtroom drama, “The Accused,” it was Jodie Foster who rightfully earned numerous accolades for her powerful portrayal of a determined rape victim. However, it’s equally important to acknowledge the extraordinary performance by Kelly McGillis as the lawyer grappling with the systemic complicity in misogynistic violence. Despite her deeply moving and multidimensional portrayal, she was left without awards. What makes this even more striking is that McGillis brings a haunting authenticity to her role, given her personal experiences with sexual violence.