Michael Clayton

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Zola L @ZolaL Feb 3 A fine performance from Clooney, an actor I have never really been keen on as he always seems to play the same personna under a different guise. But here he goes through various emotional transformations, and that behind the nice suits, fast cars and legal mind, he is just another vulnerable man with weaknesses, regrets and bitter memories. Great supporting performances, especially from the ever-dependable Sydney Pollack, Tom Wilkinson and Tilda Swinton. But special mention also goes to Austin Williams, who plays Henry, the son to Michael Clayton. There are various scenes where he has to roll out 5 or 6 lines in one take, and not easy lines either. Wasn't all that keen on the last 20 odd minutes other than the final confrontation between Clayton and Karen Crowder. But the directing debut by Tony Gilroy, who also wrote the script, was as an absolute joy. See more Geo3 F Feb 2 Its not a bad movie but I won't denied it gets very boring once you get to the third act. It feels like a lawyer film where the many files of law office becomes a movie where too much going to on in order to get to a simple conclusion. Overall, not a memorable film or enjoyable for me. See more Thyaagu C @Thyaagu Jan 30 A big satisfying exhale that hits just right! Wholesome through and through. See more Jon G Nov 15 A great movie, one of George Clooney’s best. See more Fifty T Nov 9 The Debut Film That Feels Like a Master's Work: I finally watched "Michael Clayton" after years of meaning to, and I'm kicking myself for waiting so long. This is exceptional filmmaking that deserved every accolade it received... and probably would have won Best Picture in any year that didn't pit it against "No Country for Old Men." What strikes me most is how assured Tony Gilroy's direction is for a debut. The non-linear structure never feels gimmicky, the pacing is absolutely confident after the first 30 min, and every scene serves the story without wasted motion. This is a director who knows exactly what he's doing. George Clooney completely owns this film. He strips away his movie star charm to play a man drowning in moral compromise and financial desperation. It's subtle, lived-in work... you feel Clayton's exhaustion in every frame. This might be Clooney's finest performance. Tilda Swinton's Oscar win was absolutely deserved. Her Karen Crowder is terrifyingly human - not evil, just ambitious and weak in the worst ways. Watching her practice presentations in bathroom mirrors makes her subsequent decisions even more chilling. The film trusts its audience completely. No hand-holding, no excessive explanation, just intelligent storytelling that respects viewers. It's a thriller about corporate corruption that never preaches, building tension through character rather than plot mechanics. 8.5/10 - Near-perfect filmmaking that holds up brilliantly. See more Terry S Jul 8 This film is as close to perfect in every respect as a film has a right to be. It caused me to become a die-hard George Clooney fan forever! Never get tired of re-watching. See more Read all reviews

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