Review of First Monday in October (1981) by Richard S — 01 Sep 2007

A Walter Matthau movie about a supreme court judge dealing with the first woman judge to join the group.

This review of First Monday in October (1981) was written by Richard S on 01 Sep 2007.

First Monday in October has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Ken K (360) on 02 Apr 2009

A very dry movie, if it weren't infused with the likes of Matthau to give the film some funny bits…

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I enjoyed this movie that not only gave a glimpse of Supreme Court Justices as people, but what happens when the boys club is shook up…

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