In 1885, a Métis leader Louis Riel faces the trial of the century, as the weight of his people's future hangs in the balance, and old alliances threaten to unravel his fight for freedom.

SYNOPSIS:

In the politically charged 1880s, Métis leader Louis Riel is put on trial for high treason, accused of leading a rebellion against the Canadian government. As Riel stands as a symbol of resistance for the Métis people, his trial becomes a battleground for the future of Indigenous rights in Canada. What makes this struggle even more personal is the betrayal of Riel’s cousin, Charles Nolin, who once stood by his side but now testifies against him. The trial exposes deep divisions between family, culture, and the colonial powers determined to silence Riel. Throughout the courtroom drama, Riel's steadfast commitment to his people and his ideals is juxtaposed with Nolin’s internal conflict, revealing the tragic cost of political ambition and survival.

As the trial reaches its devastating conclusion, Riel is sentenced to death, his fate sealed by the betrayal of his own blood. Yet, even as he walks towards his execution, Riel remains resolute, believing in the justice of his cause. Meanwhile, Nolin is left to live with the consequences of his actions, his betrayal leaving him in political ruin and emotional torment. The Last Trial is not just the story of Riel’s fight for his people’s rights but a deeply personal narrative about loyalty, betrayal, and the cost of standing up to oppressive forces. The film paints a powerful portrait of a man who became a martyr for his people and a traitor to a nation, with his death echoing through the annals of Canadian history

THE LAST TRIAL PART ONE