The Trust (1993 film)
# The Trust (1993 film)

The Trust (1993) is an American film depicting the story of William Marsh Rice's mysterious death in 1900 and the people involved with it.

## Premise

William Marsh Rice is murdered by a reputable lawyer named Albert T. Patrick, who claimed Mr. Rice had died in his sleep. The movie focuses on Mr. Patrick's actions after the crime as well as the investigation led by James Baker.

## Production

The story is based partially in fact but has elements taken from theories developed through the years. William Marsh Rice's legacy is the prestigious Rice University located in Houston, Texas. The film was shot on location at the university and the Houston surrounding area. It was produced by Quadrangle Productions and co-directed by Neil Havens and Douglas Kilgore, who also wrote the screenplay based on his own play.

## Cast

* Karen Black as Maria Vandermmeer
* Sam Bottoms as James Baker
* Jim Bernhard as Mr.Swenson
* Jon Bruno as Albert Patrick
* Charles Charpiot as Captain McKlusky
* Valerie Davis as Joy
* Luis Lemus as James Osborne
* Joseph 'Chepe' Lockett as Bank Manager
* Michael Lorre as Charlie Jones (as Michael Petty)
* Alan Martin as Graduate
* Leon Alvarado as Graduate 2 (uncredited)
* Glay Posch as Saloon Singer
* Troy Reynolds as Bailiff
* Suzanne Savoy as Alice Graham Baker
* Randel B. Smith as Bank Clerk
* Harold Suggs as William Marsh Rice
* Maurice Tuttle as Secretary to James Baker
* David Campbell as Attorney (uncredited)
* Delores Wheeler as Attorney's Wife
* Greg Lawson as Pallbearer (uncredited)
* Tamer Riad as Reporter (uncredited)
