12 Angry Men

This gentleman has been standing alone against us. He doesn't say the boy is not guilty. He just isn't sure. Well, it's not easy to stand alone against the ridicule of others. He gambled for support and I gave it to him. I respect his motives. The boy on

This gentleman has been standing alone against us. He doesn't say the boy is not guilty. He just isn't sure. Well, it's not easy to stand alone against the ridicule of others. He gambled for support and I gave it to him. I respect his motives. The boy on trial is probably guilty. But I want to hear more.

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This quote demonstrates how yet another juror is more willing to consider additional facts based on the behavior of another person.  He thinks juror 8 is admirable for standing up to the crowd to make sure that the verdict is wisely considered by all concerned.  He admires the strength it takes to stand against an almost hostile group of other jurors.