Résumé 3
Mark Sway, âgé de onze ans, et son frère cadet, Ricky, sont partis fumer en cachette dans les bois où ils sont témoins du suicide de Romey Clifford, avocat de la pègre. Mais avant son geste fatal, Clifford,ivre, s'est confessé à Mark, en lui révélant l'endroit où a été enterré le corps du sénateur Boyette, abattu par la mafia.
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Cet aveu fait de Mark le témoin numéro un dans cette affaire, et il en est conscient. Il devient par la même occasion très gênant pour Muldano et ses sbires, qui cherchent coûte que coûte à le tuer. Le procureur Foltrigg,candidat aux prochaines élections, va se servir de ce jeune témoin sans se soucier de sa sécurité.
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Flawed but Gripping
Author: Chrysanthepop from Fraggle Rock
8 February 2008
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'The Client' is perhaps one of the many films that won't be enjoyed as much after one has read the book. I, having not read John Grisham's novel, quite enjoyed it. Sure the movie has its flaws in the form of plot holes, caricatures, obvious clichés etc, but it essentially manages to keep the viewer engaged. 'The Client' is further backed up by strong performances.
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Susan Sarandon makes full use of her powerful screen presence and easily stands out. No wonder she's an exceptional actress. Reggie Love is one of her most memorable performances (among the so many she's already given). The late Brad Renfro, as the young Sway, is very competent and does impress in several scenes.
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Tommy Lee Jones is funny (both intentionally and unintentionally). From the supporting cast, Mary-Louise Parker leaves a mark. William H. Macy barely has more than a few lines but has a dignified presence. The villains both look and act like caricatures. In a nutshell, it's an interesting film with a flawed but gripping plot and marvelous performances.
