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The Attorney

The Attorney

2013 · 2h 7m · N/A Drama, History
Directed by Yang Woo-seok

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Overview

In the early 1980s, South Korea is torn by student protests over the lack of representation in the government. Song Woo-Seok is a successful attorney in Busan specializing in tax law. His views regarding civil liberties are changed by student activist Park Jin-woo. When Jin-Woo is brutally tortured and put on trial for his activism, Woo-seok decides to defend Jin-woo as his client.

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73%
Tomatometer
Fresh

The Attorney features a powerful, energetic performance by Woo-Seok.

Cary Darling, Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com
Fresh

A familiar yet compelling South Korean courtroom drama, propelled by Song Kang-ho's strong performance as an unlikely hero.

Joe Leydon, Variety
Fresh

What makes writer-director Yang Woo-seok's feature debut special is how it handles this shocking incident with verve, style, and humor.

Tirdad Derakhshani, Philadelphia Inquirer
Fresh

Every scene does its job, tears flowing on cue.

Nicolas Rapold, New York Times
Fresh

Just when a viewer is lulled into believing "The Attorney" is a lighthearted comedy about a doofus of a lawyer, this powerful South Korean feature takes a sharp turn toward brutal political thriller.

Tom Keogh, Seattle Times

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