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Fracture (2007)

Director: Gregory Hoblit

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Synopsis

A young district attorney believes that a structural engineer has been wrongly found innocent of murder.

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From Time Out London

Ryan Gosling is Willy Beachum, a hot-shot prosecutor who shows up for what he believes is an open-and-shut case. Ted Crawford (Anthony Hopkins) has shot his wife and confessed but little does Beachum know that the arresting officer was having an affair with the victim... It’s a fun set-up, with the mischievous Crawford representing himself and stitching up Beachum at every turn. The dialogue is lively and often witty, underpinning the erotic courtroom-thriller vibe with a healthy dose of irreverence. Unfortunately, we’re let in on far too much of the villain’s plan and the film muses for too long on legal machinations: whole sections resemble TV’s ‘Law And Order’. The luminous Rosamund Pike is also stuck with a thankless turn as a decidedly unprofessional attorney. Still, a strong cast and smart-talking characters help elevate this into very watchable territory, with just enough suspense and style to win through.

Author: Anna Smith

Time Out London Issue 1913: April 18-24 2007

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wendi said...

Posted on Jul 08 2011 22:39 excellent film well worth a watch

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Magmabulle said...

Posted on Jun 09 2008 11:39 Fracture might be very predictable and not exactly original, but it is on the other hand well-made, and Anthony Hopkins knows this role perfectly.

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