The Client (1994) movie poster

The Client (1994)

"A district attorney out for a conviction. A new lawyer out of her league. A young boy who knew too much."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 85%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 72% (RT: 79%, MC: 65) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 59m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (1,341 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
79%
Metacritic
65
Cast
Brad Renfro as Mark Sway
Susan Sarandon as Reggie Love
Tommy Lee Jones as Roy Foltrigg
Mary-Louise Parker as Dianne Sway
Anthony LaPaglia as Barry Muldano
Bradley Whitford as Thomas Fink
Will Patton as Sergeant Hardy
Anthony Edwards as Clint Von Hooser
Yes. 85% of real audiences liked it based on 1,341 votes. Critics gave it 72%.
Overview
A street-wise kid, Mark Sway, sees the suicide of Jerome Clifford, a prominent Louisiana lawyer, whose current client is Barry 'The Blade' Muldano, a Mafia hit-man. Before Jerome shoots himself, he tells Mark where the body of a Senator is buried. Clifford shoots himself and Mark is found at the scene, and both the FBI and the Mafia quickly realize that Mark probably knows more than he says. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Joel Schumacher cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for The Client was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of The Client was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

The Client is a 1994 drama, thriller, crime film directed by Joel Schumacher. A street-wise kid, Mark Sway, sees the suicide of Jerome Clifford, a prominent Louisiana lawyer, whose current client is Barry 'The Blade' Muldano, a Mafia hit-man. Before Jerome shoots himself, he tells Mark where the body of a Senator is buried.

Clifford shoots himself and Mark is found at the scene, and both the FBI and the Mafia quickly realize that Mark probably knows more than he says. The film has been rated by 1,341 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Client 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. The Client (1994) 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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