This film is great until around 60% through.
The main character played by Beckinsale is on "probation" with the Bar-a disciplinary distinction that only exists in Hollywood. But be that as it may, she inherits a habeas case for a client convicted of 1st degree murder who has exhausted all her state appeals.
Beckinsale argues magnificently and obtains a freedom verdict/with no more retrial judgment from the District Court.
Up to here, around 60% thru the film, the movie is great.
But then, in a silly Hollywood twist, Beckinsale becomes convinced that her innocent client is actually guilty, and starts working to retry her and convict her.
This part of the film makes little sense.
First, it's unethical.
Second, she should have withdrawn.
Third, the Judges' order barred additional proceedings.
So the last 33-40% of the film makes no sense.
But it's a great performance by KB.
The main character played by Beckinsale is on "probation" with the Bar-a disciplinary distinction that only exists in Hollywood. But be that as it may, she inherits a habeas case for a client convicted of 1st degree murder who has exhausted all her state appeals.
Beckinsale argues magnificently and obtains a freedom verdict/with no more retrial judgment from the District Court.
Up to here, around 60% thru the film, the movie is great.
But then, in a silly Hollywood twist, Beckinsale becomes convinced that her innocent client is actually guilty, and starts working to retry her and convict her.
This part of the film makes little sense.
First, it's unethical.
Second, she should have withdrawn.
Third, the Judges' order barred additional proceedings.
So the last 33-40% of the film makes no sense.
But it's a great performance by KB.