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Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer

2010·Movie
1h 57min
75
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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Politics, everyday modern life, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

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Money. Sex. Power. Betrayal.

An in-depth look at the rapid rise and dramatic fall of New York Governor Eliot Spitzer.
Political ScandalBiographical DocumentaryPower and CorruptionMoral AmbiguitySex and PoliticsPublic ShamingPsychological StudyElite SocietyNew York

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Where can I stream Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer legally?

Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Hulu in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer rated?

Sexual contentStrong language

Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How long is Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer?

1 h 57 min

Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer runs 1 h 57 min.

Is Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer?

Critics79
Audiences75

Yes. Critics average 79 and audiences 75 out of 100, so both groups see Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer much the same way.

What language is Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer?

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