Review of The Verdict (1982) by Jessse Hassenger for The A.V. Club — 24 Mar 1999
Though screenwriter David Mamet writes some chewy lines, director Sidney Lumet balances out any pulpiness with a somber mood, making sparing use of the musical score and creating a Boston awash in brown, beige, and gray.
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This review of The Verdict (1982) was written by Jessse Hassenger and published by The A.V. Club on 24 Mar 1999.
The Verdict has generally received very positive reviews.
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