12 Angry Men

This movie is good and I really like one particular elderly man's attractive capabilities.

Good story idea. Executed fairly well, but still seemed lacking. There wasn't much action (not saying every movie needs action, just saying there were some spots that could have had some), the dialogue tended to get kind of boring at times, and the whole movie felt more like any old court case than something actually entertaining. In my personal opinion, they could have done a better job.

If you think Shane was exaggerating when he said this movie deserved a rating of over 90%, I am here to confirm that it is not an exaggeration. This movie could not have done a better job of telling the story it did if it tried. The pacing isn't super slow or boring, but isn't so fast that you can't keep up with the important details. The acting, too! With such a minimalistic script, I'm amazed that they were able to do what they did. If you want to watch a great court case movie, watch this. Take my word that it isn't 'just another boring one'.

(Note: Before you say that I am being too nice to this movie and that I shouldn't give movie ratings this high, I gave this movie four scores above ninety because this movie deserves those scores. It is widely considered by many to be the greatest film ever made, so giving it these ratings is below what the average person would give it. So before you crap your pants about the ratings I gave this movie, and say I am being 'too nice,' just know that I am not being too nice and I am giving this movie the critical rating I think it deserves. If you want to argue with me about the ratings I gave this movie, watch the damn movie first and then flap your gums about my review.)

On the list of Best Courtroom Dramas Of All Time, this movie sits at the number two spot behind To Kill a Mockingbird. The latter has only one courtroom scene and the rest of the movie has almost nothing to do with the courtroom. 12 Angry Men is ninety minutes of interesting, well-constructed, well-shot, and well-written courtroom drama. You barely know anything about the titular twelve angry men. All you know is that they are deciding on a verdict that threatens the execution of someone. The movie relies on disputes and thought-provoking themes. Themes such as prejudice, worldviews, playing God, stubbornness, decisions without thought, social classes, and doubt. All of these themes are portrayed effortlessly. The arguments are interesting and keep you on the edge of your seat. The actors are exceptional. The cinematography, editing, and sound are impressive even by today's standards. My only problem with this movie is that there are some unnecessary story halts. Other than that, this movie is a must-watch for anyone who loves movies and especially for anybody who loves courtroom dramas. Whoever put the To Kill A Mockingbird movie above it on that list is an idiot.