Review of The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) by Nandhi G — 30 Sep 2012

Matthew McConaughey rocks his performance in a courtroom thriller so twisted, it's able to sustain an enjoyable watch from beginning to end.

This review of The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) was written by Nandhi G on 30 Sep 2012.

The Lincoln Lawyer has generally received positive reviews.

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