"Michael Clayton is an in-house "fixer" at one of the largest corporate law firms in New York. The career of litigator Karen Crowder rests on the multi-million dollar settlement of a class action suit that Clayton’s firm is leading to a seemingly successful conclusion.But when Kenner Bach’s brilliant and guilt-ridden attorney Arthur Edens sabotages the U/North case, Clayton faces the biggest challenge of his career and his life."
Movie type: Drama - This is a talky legal thriller/drama aimed at adult moviegoers. Fans of star George Clooney will especially enjoy as this is more or less a one-man show.
Director: Tony Gilroy
Script: Tony Gilroy
Starring: George Clooney (Michael Clayton), Tom Wilkinson (Arthur Edens), Michael O'Keefe (Barry Grissom)
Length: 1 hr. 59 min.
Reviews:
”Good Michael Clayton builds to a fitting conclusion and doesn't need surprise twists or cheap theatrics to get to that point.” Berardinelli, Internet Critic
”Excellent I know it is just about perfect as an exercise in the genre. I've seen it twice, and the second time, knowing everything that would happen, I found it just as fascinating because of how well it was all shown happening.” Roger Ebert
”Excellent Although a key plot point is revealed early, it serves to heighten our fascination with the story. A climactic confrontation between Swinton and Clooney is one of the most satisfying moments in a film bristling with fierce intensity.” USA Today
”Good Screenwriter Tony Gilroy's directing debut is a smart, morally complex thriller about a corporate lawyer in the grip of a midlife crisis of conscience.” TV Guide Online
Source: cinemareview.com
17.02.2008