
A Civil Action
Drama • PG-13 • 1998 • 1 hr 55 min
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Jan Schlickmann is a cynical lawyer who goes out to 'get rid of' a case, only to find out it is potentially worth millions. The case becomes his obsession, to the extent that he is willing to give up everything—including his career and his clients' goals—in order to continue the case against all odds.
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Excellent court drama, story, and acting. Important issue.
A small law firm takes on a giant corporation, only to lose absolutely everything. A good film about the environment and greed.
Watchable legal thriller drama, travolta is good in the lead role
31/2 stars. true story of big bucks personal injury lawyer devotes himself pro bono to environmental disaster case. Travolta is very good.
A mediocre and unsatisfying story despite powerhouses like Macy and Travolta.
great adaptation of a tragic story, john travolta is amazing!
Really interesting and entertaining throughout
My AP Environmental teacher showed my class this film. Good, but don’t need to see it again.
Travolta is fine, good story.
Meh. Maybe skip it.
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6.0 – Based on 263 ratings
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