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Criminal Lawyer
1937·Movie
·1h 12min·
Criminal Lawyer fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic and cathartic
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody3
- Dark Humor3
World
History, crime, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Criminal Lawyer is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and cathartic
Emotionally, it's melancholic, cathartic, and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around history, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Barry Brandon, a criminal lawyer, visits the night club of Denny Larkin, his primary client, with Betty Walker, a spoiled society girl. The police raid the club and Brandon pleads that the whole group is guilty, just to get even with Larkin for a rebuke. On the same night in court, Madge Carter is on trial for disorderly conduct, and Brandon volunteers to defend her, and proves the case against her if a frame-up. Finding that she is penniless, Brandon hires her as his secretary, and falls in love with her. Brandon is appointed district attorney and has ambitions of becoming the state governor. Having dinner at Betty's home, she maneuvers him, while he is drunk, into marrying her. Later, Madge is a witness when Larkin shoots down a fellow gangster. By threatening Brandon's life, he forces her to commit perjury at his trial, and say he fired in self-defense. Brandon, the prosecuting attorney (who has had his marriage to Betty annulled) knows she is lying but doesn't know why.
Courtroom DramaMoral ConflictBetrayal & RedemptionLawyer's Dilemma1930s CrimeLegal ThrillerCharacter CompromiseNoir ElementsPerjury & Deceit
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Is Criminal Lawyer worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Criminal Lawyer rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Criminal Lawyer?
1 h 12 min
Criminal Lawyer runs 1 h 12 min.
What language is Criminal Lawyer in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.