1. MovieGuyBrian

   9

   Zigging and zagging his way thru a fairly predictable yet thoroughly engaging and polished piece of double-crossing pie - McConaughey shines as a slick, booze-swilling, street smart and rarely shirtless (I said â… Expand

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2. Aerthos

   8

   Don't go see "The Lincoln Lawyer" expecting something new and different in terms of a courtroom drama/thriller. The plot follows the fairly standard formula across the three acts, but the experience remains enjoyable because not all of the turns in the plot are predictable and the cast is filled with a variety of characters. A big kudos on this film go to the director/cinematographer/screenwriter who chose the multitude of shots focused on the main character's eyes--a powerful and quick method of giving the viewer an instant indication of his emotional state at various points in the film, and one that certainly helps his character seem more real.… Expand

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3. grandpajoe6191

   7

   The movie is decent and tedious at first but it gets better and better until in the end after watching "The Lincoln Lawyer", you will feel what a lawyer who drives a Lincoln car really is.… Expand

   • Helpful? 3 of 3 users said Yes.
4. hollyv

   7

   A much more compelling story than I expected, with a nice ensemble cast. Matthew McConaughey plays the slightly sleazy lawyer with a certain street charm and personal angst defending the squeaky clean, but possibly sociopathic boy next door. The story offers a nice mix of character introduction/development with an interesting story complete with fun twists that will leave you thinking a bit after the movie. Has the definite feel of a series in the making.… Expand

   • Helpful? 5 of 5 users said Yes.

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