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Conviction' premiere

Cast of "Conviction " attend the premiere of the film in Beverly Hills, Calif., Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010.

Hilary Swank arrives at the Beverly Hills, Calif., premiere of her new film "Conviction." It opens for national release Oct. 15.

Two-time Oscar-winner Hilary Swank and Sam Rockwell (left) star in the true story of a woman who dedicates her life to exonerating her brother (Rockwell), who was wrongfully convicted of murder.

The women who inspired the film, Betty Anne Waters (left) and her friend Abra Rice, were in attendance. They are played by actresses Hilary Swank and Minnie Driver, respectively. Waters is now a lawyer for the Innocence Project.

"Conviction" director Tony Goldwyn (left) jokes around with film star Sam Rockwell.

Speaking on the rain-soaked red carpet, Juliette Lewis she revealed why she'd wanted to be a part of the hard-hitting drama. "Look at the cast, they're all dream actors and the fact that it's a true story about a woman who fights against the odds to free her brother. It's really about love" she said.

"Conviction" co-star Minnie Driver arrives for premiere in Beverly Hills.

"Conviction" stars Melissa Leo, Juliette Lewis, Minnie Driver and Hilary Swank mingle at the premiere.

Co-stars Melissa Leo (left) and Sam Rockwell, cast members in "Conviction," pose together.

Hilary Swank (left) and castmate Bailee Madison take their turn before the cameras.

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Hilary Swank arrives at the Beverly Hills, Calif., premiere of her new film "Conviction." It opens for national release Oct. 15.

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