A Civil Action - 7 stars out of 10

A Civil Action - 7 stars out of 10

A Civil Action was a decent law film but did not spend enough time in the courtroom. Regardless, this film is not about the story. From his first monologue delivered at the kid that interrupts his lunch, it becomes apparent that this film is all about Robert Duvall's amazing performance and deserved Oscar nomination. Bitter, manipulative, and too smart for his own good, it is a pleasure to watch Duvall bring this role to life. This is a pretty average performance for Travolta (nothing like Phenomenon or Pulp Fiction). I had expectations with Macy, Lithgow, and Shalhoub rounding out the cast list, but their minor roles hindered them from any opportunity of contributing to the film's quality. As a fictional story, it would be pretty dry. But as a true story, it'll capture your attention and leave you satisfied in the end.