Michael Clayton
2007, Drama, 2h
205 Reviews 250,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Michael Clayton is one of the most sharply scripted films of 2007, with an engrossing premise and faultless acting. Director Tony Gilroy succeeds not only in capturing the audience's attention, but holding it until the credits roll. Read critic reviews
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Michael Clayton
Arthur Edens
Karen Crowder
Marty Bach
Don Jeffries
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Critic Reviews for Michael Clayton
All Critics (205) | Top Critics (62) | Fresh (186) | Rotten (19)
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The storytelling is so good I simply got caught up, and, as for George, he is seriously, seriously good... Here, his performance is passionate, subtle and right on the money.
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[A] smoldering corporate thriller.
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Michael Clayton definitely has its heart in the '70s.
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Clooney's glamorous intelligence is deepened by his constant hints that slickness, like corporate integrity, is just an act.
February 22, 2008 | Rating: B+ | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Michael Clayton
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Nov 29, 2015Though Michael Clayton is solidly acted, it doesn't grab the audience in any major way to make them care about any of the main characters. The plot is also a bit contrived never quite successful in letting the audience in on the struggles of the characters. George Clooney does what George Clooney does and is rather good at it. Tom Wilkinson is great in his few scenes as well as Tilda Swinton, but there was never much revealed about these characters. Overall, Michael Clayton is sophisticated but lacking in thrills and in a strong story. Rating: 60Bradley J Super Reviewer
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Jan 19, 2015WAY overrated. Michael Clayton is a over the top cliche starring George Clooney as a down in the dump lawyer who specializes in fixing various questionable cases. However, he found himself getting trapped in a catastrophe of conspiracy and lies. He must figure out how to turn his life around while saving himself from getting killed. I got so bored and the acting was unconvincing. How could this film be nominated for so many awards is beyond me. Oh wait, I know, liberal critics and Hollywood.Sylvester K Super Reviewer
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Dec 26, 2013Though not the most entertaining or innovative film, Michael Clayton is still a compelling, smart, and satisfying thriller that features strong acting and an interesting premise.Matthew Samuel M Super Reviewer
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Apr 05, 2013Corporate greed's at the middle of this look at the behind the scenes legal wrangling in a wrongful death lawsuit, greed vs. morality. The leads are good (especially Swinton) even if the pace is slow at first, so distracting.Kevin M. W Super Reviewer
Michael Clayton Quotes
| Michael Clayton: | Im Sheeva, the god of death! |
| Michael Clayton: | The police don't call. |
| Michael Clayton: | I'm not the guy you kill. I'm the guy you buy! Are you so fucking blind that you don't even see what I am? I sold out Arthur for 80 grand. I'm your easiest problem and you're gonna kill me? |
| Michael Clayton: | You're so fucked. Here let me get a picture while I'm at it. |
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