Diary entries for...And Justice for All
...And Justice for All
People who don't think this movie is a masterpiece clearly don't see the current state of politics in our world today nor do they think that it is relevant enough in their lives. Congrats, you're privileged enough—shall we throw a party? Should we invite Al Pacino? This entire film is a fucking masterpiece. Not because of filmography or cinematography, but the idea of the concept that innocent people (who are not privileged enough against the law) die for the benefit of those above. Don't you see the contradiction? The law is privileged? Isn't it supposed to be a right? It is said in the first few seconds of the film—"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."Justice is not supposed to be a privilege, it is supposed to be a right and this film shows EXACTLY how it is exactly the opposite despite that allegiance being a major part of law practice and is backed up by the Constitution. These are people, who deserve to have justice by their side but greedy politicians and or people use it as some form of ammunition. It isn't supposed to be like that and Arthur Kirkland uses this beautifully because he is able to fight regardless of what the consequences are as he is a morally upstanding lawyer with principles and ethics. I love the entire film and my attention is hooked immediately. Different types of people and how the law is applied within their situation. People like Ralph or Jeff who cling to it with desperate faith but end up failing them because they're not of privileged status. Fleming, Carl (Arthur's client), and Jay's client (who murdered again despite being free)—these people abuse the system so much it is disgusting. Jay, Rayford and Arthur are the ones who are affected with their guilt and morals so much that it is so heartbreaking to see such brave people who crumble but proceed to go on their days to do their duty. Also, grandpa Sam? Yeah, I think he has a significant influence to the plot despite what other people think. "He doesn't even know that Arthur is a lawyer." Arthur, yes as a lawyer, will only become a true lawyer the moment he fights against the system (at the end of the film) because true lawyers uphold the importance of the law and the people. Al Pacino's performance in the parking lot against Warren and in the trial against Fleming is so moving. Arthur cares deeply for the people regardless of who they are and what their situation is and it is evident with how he handles Ralph and Jeff's case—it is so moving. Fighting the system is not easy but Arthur knows this very well and still fights on with courage and determination. Now one of my favorite movies and will always be relevant regardless of the times and era. Al Pacino does deserve every single flowers and applause in this film. Beautifully made and written. P.S. I just love Al Pacino screaming and spitting every time he makes a conviction 😂 I am so moved by him and I am immensely captivated and in love with his hair, glasses and three piece suits. 😩
...And Justice for All
After being a law student for a year and revisited this because Al Pacino's birthday, shall I say this film was everything I've longed for because being a lawyer is a pain in the ass. There's a fight between morality and ethics within you due to the fact you want to uphold something however what if something you want to uphold is tattered with diabolical system? Here's the apparent struggle of being a lawyer or a judge or anything that relate to the law and unjust system
...And Justice for All
You can’t be a good criminal defense lawyer and have a perfect stance in ethics or have a chirping conscience. You fight for guilty people and they go scot free under the law, is the court of law really after an absolute truth justice then? Well, no, It’s a game of ‘may the best lawyer win’ and pray your lawyer doesn’t hate you enough to ruin his career.
...And Justice for All
Too much handsome Al Pacino fck
...And Justice for All
Pacino is fantastic in this. But there are some really weird tonal whiplashes in this, not to mention some plot threads and journeys that seem somewhat unnecessary, did we need to have the whole helicopter sequence? Honestly kinda surprised this hasn’t been remade as a limited series. Wild end credit song choice.
...And Justice for All
Do I just straight up love this movie? What a flick. Funnier than I would’ve expected, I found my self laughing a ton, but that isn’t to say the serious moments don’t hit just as heavy. I don’t think anyone can touch 70’s Pacino. This is an incredible performance to cap off maybe the best decade for a single actor of all time.
...And Justice for All
“And ladies and gentlemen of the jury, the prosecution is not gonna get that man today. No! Because I'm gonna get him! My client, the Honorable Henry T. Fleming, should go right to fuckin' jail!!” I was 30% sad, 10% going insane, and 60% laughing in the entire film. Also, Al Pacino should've had an Oscar for this. He should've won it for this, I don't care. Sad because both Agee and McCullaugh deserved better...like, I was frustrated and sad for their endings—which show the truth of a corrupt justice system (ominous to what's happening currently, more than ever). Going insane because the way that the justice system is portrayed, albeit dramatized...is not far from the truth. And as someone living in a third-world country, my god I can relate to it because it's worse than ever. Far worse. And laughing because this film is a heck of a mess (in a good way!) I enjoyed watching it, even if they're already shouting in the background but the soundtrack is funky as hell 😭. And the HELICOPTER SCENE!! Arthur is so me in that situation, because mostly I'm afraid of heights too. Guess you can see by now that I enjoyed it overall...even if my face is like Arthur's by the end, too. Other than that, Al is so hot in this film! Like...that HAIR and that stubble? Paired with the GLASSES??? Got me weak on my knees! 😩
