The Firm

Paramount Pictures | Release Date: June 30, 1993

8.5	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 197 Ratings

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LansdenrsJun 20, 2013

Nicely plotted film with high intensity and a tremendous script. Acting was superb. The film makes it so there's no way out. Minor Spoiler******* and Tom cruise gets out.

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TylerDurden900Jul 19, 2014

The Firm is an intense thriller with top notch acting and an intriguing plot. Tom Cruise gives a classic role
along with a talented supporting cast in this movie based on a John Grisham novel.

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KassikotkaJul 26, 2022

Severely underrated gem. I think it's too smart for most people, that's why.

Most critics clearly didn't understand the complex plot and thus gave it a bad score, because it hurt their ego. Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel even openly admittedSeverely underrated gem. I think it's too smart for most people, that's why.

Most critics clearly didn't understand the complex plot and thus gave it a bad score, because it hurt their ego. Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel even openly admitted they had trouble keeping up with the plot at times. But they still enjoyed it & gave it a good rating. It's still in YouTube

Most critics felt hurt, and blamed their stupidity on "convoluted script" or "The story gets lost in the details". The plot is very clear really, and quite realistic one. If you have the IQ to keep up. There is no wasted scene or line of dialogue.

The music is great, and was nominated for an Oscar. Top notch acting by everyone involved, including Tom Cruise who shows here probably for the first time, that he can really act and shows a versatile range of realistic emotions, and is able to appear as very sympathetic. OK it's not the scariest of thrillers, the bad guys are moderately tame, but it's realistic in that sense. They are crooked lawyers, not serial killers.

Intelligent and solid thriller. Not for the average airheads, you will get bored because when the credits roll, you won't understand what the hell just happened. Especially towards the end, the plot accelerates to a breakneck speed, and not much is explained for simpletons. If you blink, you will miss things. Everything makes perfect sense though. Take it as a challenge, and you might end up loving this film.… Expand

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gracjanskiJan 25, 2021

Although it is a long movie with 2,5 hours, there is seldom an unnecessary scene. I like how the movie starts and build up the same enthusiasm for the firm Mitch chose and discover slowly what is inside. There are many famous actors in theAlthough it is a long movie with 2,5 hours, there is seldom an unnecessary scene. I like how the movie starts and build up the same enthusiasm for the firm Mitch chose and discover slowly what is inside. There are many famous actors in the movie and Gene Hackman is the best.… Expand

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MovieGuysSep 29, 2013

A melodrama worth watching, The Firm is a very ironically correct title, as this movie is very sturdy and "firm", and it knows where it's going. It has a good foundation, benefitting from the great performances and intriguing story, and it'sA melodrama worth watching, The Firm is a very ironically correct title, as this movie is very sturdy and "firm", and it knows where it's going. It has a good foundation, benefitting from the great performances and intriguing story, and it's a very intelligent thriller that won't be forgotten anytime soon.… Expand

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alejandro970Oct 29, 2021

Something that became a trend in the 90s was adapting John Grisham's novels to film. They could not be called classics of that decade, this one, about a lawyer who discovers the shady businesses of the firm he works for, does enough for theSomething that became a trend in the 90s was adapting John Grisham's novels to film. They could not be called classics of that decade, this one, about a lawyer who discovers the shady businesses of the firm he works for, does enough for the 155 minutes to run smoothly, without further pretense.… Expand

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royalguy07Aug 13, 2022

Tom Cruise got some really nice running in here yes he did. Definitely though this should of been trimmed down a little, all that time and the ending still felt super rushed.

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marcmyworksFeb 10, 2014

A generally suspense filmed movie that unfortunately is flawed with the Randy Newman-wet dream piano soundtrack and schmaltzy-gee whizz ending. Probably very much of its time.

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smuroseJul 27, 2020

Tom Cruise had a great performance in this movie. The plot was decent too. The music was a bit mismatched at times, too cheery or matter-of-fact for the situation. Overall, riveting and you can feel the despair of Tom Cruise's character.

0 of 6 users found this helpful06

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