Review of Michael Clayton (2007) by Lindal. — 27 Jan 2008
Wow, considering the reviews & rankings this film got, I really was disappointed that it was not more suspenseful. Not one detail in it startled me, unnerved me or surprised me. Clooney looked and seemed exactly the same throughout.
(For a brilliantly portrayed white-collar guy who's gradually consumed by the angst of a stressful situation, please see Russell Crowe in "The Insider.") Good acting by all, but the plot is less exciting than than a typical episode of "Law & Order: Criminal Intent.
" I would guess that critics' and the Academy's love for Clooney must account for this film being judged so stupendously superior to others that are much more engrossing and suspenseful .
. . "Eastern Promises" comes to mind (also with good acting, and a lot more actually happens).
This review of Michael Clayton (2007) was written by Lindal. on 27 Jan 2008.
Michael Clayton has generally received positive reviews.
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