The Devil's Advocate
Aspiring Florida defense lawyer Kevin Lomax accepts a job at a New York law firm. With the stakes getting higher every case, Kevin quickly learns that his boss has something far more evil planned.
Critics Sentiment
Milton reveals he is Satan in confrontation with Kevin
Mary Ann claims Milton raped her and shows Kevin her cuts
The film swings dramatically upward from Mary Ann's disturbing assault claims to Milton's spectacular revelation as Satan, jumping 3.2 points as Pacino's performance elevates the supernatural thriller.
The Devil's Advocate builds steadily from an intriguing legal thriller premise, with reviewers praising Pacino's magnetic performance and Reeves' surprising transformation. While the middle act suffers from repetitive domestic horror elements and Mary Ann's breakdowns, the film soars in its climactic supernatural revelations. Critics were divided on the twist ending but generally found the film's sophisticated portrayal of evil and moral corruption compelling.
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Keanu Reeves
Kevin Lomax
Al Pacino
John Milton
Charlize Theron
Mary Ann Lomax
Jeffrey Jones
Eddie Barzoon
Judith Ivey
Mrs. Lomax
Connie Nielsen
Christabella
Craig T. Nelson
Alexander Cullen
Tamara Tunie
Jackie Heath
Ruben Santiago-Hudson
Leamon Heath
Debra Monk
Pam Garrety
Vyto Ruginis
Weaver
Laura Harrington
Melissa Black
Pamela Gray
Diana Barzoon
George Wyner
Meisel
Chris Bauer
Gettys
Connie Embesi
Mrs. Gettys
Jonathan Cavallary
Gettys' Son
Heather Matarazzo
Barbara
Murphy Guyer
Barbara's Father
Leo Burmester
Florida Prosecutor
Crew
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