Michael Clayton Reviews

It seems great thrillers are getting scarce these days, so I simply had to check out Michael Clayton. The film has a certain 'Erin Brokovich' feel to it, with the plot based around an agrochemical corporation that is trying its hardest to fight off a massive civil lawsuit where one of its products has poisoned farmland and destroyed families. In comes Michael Clayton. He is a clean-up man for the lawfirm which is defending the corporation. There's been a problem...

I want to give a few thoughts and discuss the excellent plot at a later date, but I won't give away plot spoilers here because this film is best enjoyed with a clean slate. I'll say this though; it is a very complex story so if your attention span is not one of your strong points, you may want to pass on this one and rent 'Meet the Spartans' instead.

The performances that impressed me most were George Clooney and Tom Wilkinson. Not sure why Tilda Swinton got an Oscar though - it was just a typical run-of-the-mill acting, with very few memorable lines. But the confrontation between Clooney and Swinton at the end - magnificent. That scene alone was worth the price of admission.

This economy Thriller is about an attourney at law who get's back in touch with his conscience. ....Well it's kinda about that ;)

The movie is demanding and builds slowly, so it's definitly not for everyone. But if you are in the mood for a great suspense Thriller, go and watch it.

One thing I have to add: Thanks to Robert Elswit, the Cinematographer of this movie. I've seen very few times that someone uses the possibilities of a widescreen as compelling as he did, I realy loved the looks!