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Critics Consensus: It doesn't offer any twists on the predictable courtroom thriller formula, but with a charming Matthew McConaughey leading its solid cast, The Lincoln Lawyer offers briskly enjoyable entertainment.
Critic Consensus: It doesn't offer any twists on the predictable courtroom thriller formula, but with a charming Matthew McConaughey leading its solid cast, The Lincoln Lawyer offers briskly enjoyable entertainment.
All Critics (170) | Top Critics (39) | Fresh (142) | Rotten (28) | DVD (2)
It's nice to see McConaughey getting relatively serious instead of coasting through yet another witless romcom, with or without Kate Hudson.
It's really just a solid courtroom drama, but these days moviegoers should take what they can get.
It has nothing to do with the capital of Nebraska or the former president. While you're watching it, though, you'll wish it did.
It's a slick, cleverly plotted thriller with plenty of twists, smart hard-boiled dialogue and fine supporting performances...
There's a reason potboiler paperbacks don't make good movies -- there's too much outlandish plot, even for Hollywood.
Just when you thought Matthew McConaughey had settled into pre-retirement content to play the (dry-aged) beefcake in a string of dippy romantic comedies, the actor comes roaring back with some real acting.
The Lincoln Lawyer doesn't get as down and dirty and thoughtful as its source material, but it is consistently entertaining and engaging, knowing how to make us worry, then cheer. Overall, it's a courtroom victory.
Adapted from Michael Connelly's writing, The Lincoln Lawyer is a legal puzzle with multiple plot twists that will keep unraveling till the end.
Based on the novel by Michael Connelly -- the first in a franchise -- this one has crisper dialogue than most [legal thrillers].
As far as courtroom dramas are concerned, you'd be hard-pressed to find something as generic as The Lincoln Lawyer.
A fast-paced intelligent legal thriller.
It moves as a nice pace, is a smooth ride and doesn't require too much energy.
This entertaining crime thriller is not very original but doesn't disappoint either, as it offers a pretty interesting plot with its typical, expected twists and some good performances - except, of course, Ryan Phillippe, who is mediocre and inexpressive as usual.
Super Reviewer
Great legal thriller with an excellent cast and plenty of twists. The major premise probably does not make all that sense but makes for an enthralling and entertaining case. Even if the final revelation falls a bit short, McConaughey makes it worth your time.
A magnificent courtroom drama/thriller that serves with the same extremities as the hammer of justice. The Lincoln Lawyer is mostly held up by the enigmatic performance from McConaughey as well as the supporting cast. With it's courtroom splendor and gritty thrills, the film is extraordinary. 4/5
Good adaptation of a great book, better than I would have expected and a sign of good things if the rest of the Mickey Haller books get made into movies. Now we just want to see a Harry Bosch movie.
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