Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017) movie poster

Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017)

"All rise."
ThumbScore
👍 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 56% (RT: 55%, MC: 58) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
2h 2m
Country
United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Canada
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (1,375 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
55%
Metacritic
58
Cast
Denzel Washington as Roman J. Israel
Colin Farrell as George Pierce
Carmen Ejogo as Maya Alston
Lynda Gravatt as Vernita Wells
Amanda Warren as Lynn Jackson
Hugo Armstrong as Fritz Molinar
Sam Gilroy as Connor Novick
Tony Plana as Jessie Salinas
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,375 votes. Critics gave it 56%.
Overview
Hard-nosed liberal lawyer Roman J. Israel has been fighting the good fight forever while others take the credit. When his partner – the firm's frontman – has a heart attack, Israel suddenly takes on that role. He soon discovers some unsettling truths about the firm – truths that conflict with his values of helping the poor and dispossessed – and finds himself in an existential crisis that leads to extreme actions. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Dan Gilroy cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for Roman J. Israel, Esq. was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Roman J. Israel, Esq. is a 2017 drama, crime, thriller film directed by Dan Gilroy. Hard-nosed liberal lawyer Roman J.

Israel has been fighting the good fight forever while others take the credit. When his partner – the firm's frontman – has a heart attack, Israel suddenly takes on that role. He soon discovers some unsettling truths about the firm – truths that conflict with his values of helping the poor and dispossessed – and finds himself in an existential crisis that leads to extreme actions.

The film has been rated by 1,375 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Roman J. Israel, Esq. delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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