'' The Accused '' was released in limited theatres in North America on October 14 , 1988 . Although it was supposed to be released in April , it was deferred to October due to Writers Guild of America 's strike . The film premiered at the 39th Berlin International Film Festival in 1989 , where it competed for the Golden Bear
39th Berlin International Film Festival
39th Berlin International Film Festival
The Accused (1988 film)