It never was a directorial marvel. Sometimes the more mature themes require the simplest of direction. It takes some maturity in a director, to take the back seat in a movie and ensure the basics are given justice. Brad Furman who is quite fresh on the directors’ seat does just this. He ensures that the emphasis stays on the fundamental realism. There is focus on relationships, the justice system, human error, innocence and conviction of the wrong. Each aspect has been heavily concentrated on and worked into immaculate perfection. All you readers have for sure heard of the movie title, but not many of us did bother to go to the movies to see it. As always some of the most delicate themes do not draw attention unlike fantasy thrillers or hard core marvel action movies. However some of the greatest movies have always gone down pretty silent. “The Lincoln Lawyer” is 100% a must watch movie for all of you who value inspiration.
Myself included we sometimes stray away from doing what is right just to meet ends, however sometimes it’s mandatory that we stop and take a look and correct things if possible. Mick Haller (Matthew McConaughey) a lawyer who is really great at what he does is very devious. He knows his territory and he knows his principles however his values are not 100% honest. He represents those who are pretty good at being bad. A case from a Beverly Hills playboy Louis Roulet (Ryan Phillippe) comes as an eye opener for some deeds that he is not very happy about in his past. In a tactful approach to correct the situation Mick has to play it smarter than those who are playing him.
Apart from Ryan Phillippe I felt the acting was very much convincing. Ryan Phillippe who is a very talented young actor could have been more convincing. I would have preferred James Franco instead, but well I am sure they had their reasons for it. Matthew McConaughey is nothing less than fantastic. I myself was almost convinced of taking up law when I witnessed how cool he was in being a lawyer. There are those who work off a desk, there are those who work at home, but this guy works out of his car and convinces the audience that is THE way to roll. The Lincoln personifies his character as being one of a kind and it brings him more into the light. Smartly done by the Brad Furman with the inclusion of an iconic car as the Lincoln! Josh Lucas & William Macy both well-seasoned stars were spot on and just gave the touch the movie needed.
“The Lincoln Lawyer” is not at the movies anymore however it is highly unlikely to be one that one would chose over “Fast 5” at the movies. Yet, it’s a must watch production. It’s the “Lord of War” of today for me.
Title: The Lincoln Lawyer
Directed by: Brad Furman
Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Ryan Phillippe, Maria Tomei, William Macy & Josh Lucas
Rated: R for some violence, sexual content and for some language
Rating: 08/10
118 Minutes