What is the relevance of the film The Conspirator?

“The Conspirator” is a movie that is relevant to the
events that are happening in our country today.  The themes or patriotism and
retribution for domestic terrorism brought out by the movie reflect how we are handling
the punishment of terrorists today.

The movie deals with
the trial of Mary Surratt and her co-conspirators who plotted to assassinate President
Lincoln after the Civil War. As Ealasaid Haas says in his review of the movie, “If you
enjoy historical dramas and are willing to entertain the idea that even criminals
deserve a real trial rather than a kangaroo court, do not miss this
film.”