Quick Movie Reviews
Rating of
3.5/4
Unknown - wrote on 09/20/2015
Both a great court procedural and unflinching human drama. The social issues become infused with the case at hand, giving strong passionate investment from all sides. Empathy, anger, and sorrow are brought to the boiling point. Justice becomes an emotionally embedded necessity. Great direction, anchored by two excellent performances. This is essential viewing.
Rating of
3.5/4
mitchellyoung - wrote on 01/19/2012
This is a poignant and interesting portrayal of a case that raises many legal and ethical questions. Tom Hanks gives a human and genuine portrayal of a man suffering from AIDS that reminds why he is one of the greatest working actors. His portrayal is partnered with Washington's more stern and hands-off lawyer in a pairing that makes for some powerful contrasting scenes.
Rating of
4/4
PsychoKing1227 - wrote on 10/28/2010
An original and poignant exploration into a plaguing moral issue: homosexuality in America. This movie has little to do with AIDS, really, but only as a plot device to decode a moral and ethical dilemma. Tom Hanks is superb (as he always is...he's like the male equivalent to Meryl Streep), and Denzel Washington shines in a great supporting role. The two actors intwine beautifully to create a scope of ethical integrity that has nothing to do with the ridiculous dogma surrounding its theme.
Rating of
2.5/4
sapien - wrote on 09/29/2009
It's not quite as good as what people make it out to be. But, it's still pretty good.
Rating of
3/4
Alex - wrote on 06/26/2007
Hanks and Washington perform well (though not quite on the top of their game). The court scenes, flash backs, and reality of the story really bring you into the feelings the director wanted to develop. A very solid film.
