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Promising young lawyer Kevin Lomax (Keanu Reeves) has never lost a case--even when his client is guilty. When Kevin is seduced away from his sleepy hometown in Florida to work for a flashy, charming lawyer (Al Pacino, in a role he seems born to play), his mother (Judith Ivey) has reservations. But as he works his way up the corporate ladder, Kevin manages to put them aside, along with his wife's (Charlize Theron) needs and the stirrings of his conscience over knowingly defending the guilty. However, his vanity won't let him start losing now. As Kevin's career skyrockets, his neglected wife Mary Ann begins to see evil, violent visions. Hoping a visit from his mother will help, instead Kevin finds himself confronted with a secret his mother has never told him. As Mary Ann seemingly descends into madness, Kevin begins to suspect his boss may be much more than he seems, and he finds himself faced with a choice between saving his own life and saving his soul.

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UPC0085391617228

eBay Product ID (ePID)3272336

Product Key Features

ActorAl Pacino, Keanu Reeves

RatingR

DirectorTaylor Hackford

FormatDVD

Release Year1998

GenreDrama

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Region CodeRegion 1

Number of Discs1

Country/Region of ManufactureUSA

Leading RoleAl Pacino, Keanu Reeves

Release Date19980629

Film CountryUSA

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4.8

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by krisarn290
27 May, 2021
Devils Advocate
Excellent movie you have two of the top leading men. Different generations and they were amazing. The leading lady was only 18 when she was in the film. Movie is about a young couple who want to be successful and rich. The young husband is a lawyer in a small town in FL. He is doing very well but longs to further his career. His wife really just wants to have baby and be a stay at home mom. During a horrible sexual abuse case is defending a perverted teacher. He realizes his client is guilty during the trial will he do the right thing? Success is more important after being discovered and offered a job in N.Y. So Kevin and his wife Maryann of course go, but not before his mother warns him. Kevins mother is very religious being a pastors daughter. She warns him of all the evil that goes on in N.Y. The couple go and of course they think they are getting everything that their hearts desire. Terrific movie more about morals, choices and doing the right thing. One of my favorites.
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by dored-71
13 May, 2020
Devil versus Good Ole Boy from Florida
Classic with Al Pacino as the devil. What a role he plays and he says it. Keanu Reeves has gone to New York supposedly for a job, but Al has more on his mind. Thought provoking movie with plenty of action.
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by elizabetcarpente_98
18 Nov, 2020
Pacino!!
I love to watch Al Pacino chew up the scenery in this picture. Keanu Reeves though 🙄. His vocal delivery is just awful in this movie. The whole thing though is entertaining over all.
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by salserocaliente
18 Oct, 2022
It is a fictional account of a powerful law firm in the City of New York.
It is an interesting observation on the legal system. Fiction can be truer to life than life itself. Think about that for a moment. Take note of Al Pacino's speech at the end, it all comes down to free will. The question to be asked: Does one allow oneself to be tempted with the illusion of momentary ego driven satisfaction or wise enough to know better? Either road taken provides serious consequences.
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by artfr58
12 Jun, 2020
Fantastic TITLE
Al Pacino Charlize Theron Keanu Reeves a great story had you on your edge of your seat couldn't have been better I watched it 20 times and I'll probably watch it 20 more time just a super video
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by taurlandes0
03 Sep, 2018
Always loved this movie. Lesson to be learned. That's a huge plus. Epic performances. One of the best endings ever
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by stephen_jones_42
04 Sep, 2019
add to your collection
good movie great actors in it and makes you think
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by dur665
26 Oct, 2019
Dvd
Good buy ..dvd needed cleaned up.. was dirty....cleaned up ok... still a good deal!!
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by jjdevacollectibles
08 Mar, 2025
Worked great. Weird movie. ...
Worked great. Weird movie.
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by toonice2000
06 May, 2024
Awesome movie, I seen this before , but never owe a copy of this movie, glad I was able to pick up a copy of it , it’s so worth it , thank you
Awesome movie, I seen this before , but never owe a copy of this movie, glad I was able to pick up a copy of it , it’s so worth it , thank you
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