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The Devil's Advocate is a 1997 American supernatural legal thriller directed by Taylor Hackford and adapted from Andrew Neiderman's novel. Keanu Reeves plays an ambitious Florida defense attorney recruited by a powerful New York law firm led by Al Pacino's charismatic John Milton, while Charlize Theron portrays the lawyer's increasingly distressed wife. The film combines courtroom drama with horror and Faustian themes involving ambition, temptation, free will, and moral responsibility.
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What is The Devil's Advocate about?
The film follows Kevin Lomax, a successful Florida defense attorney who is recruited by a powerful New York law firm. Its mysterious leader, John Milton, is played by Al Pacino and hides a supernatural identity.
Who plays Kevin Lomax in The Devil's Advocate?
Keanu Reeves plays Kevin Lomax, the ambitious young lawyer at the center of the story. Charlize Theron plays his wife, Mary Ann, and Al Pacino plays John Milton.
Is The Devil's Advocate based on a book?
Yes, the 1997 film was adapted from Andrew Neiderman's novel The Devil's Advocate. Taylor Hackford directed the movie.
What kind of legal cases does Kevin Lomax handle?
Kevin begins as a Florida defense attorney with a reputation for winning difficult cases. After moving to New York, he works for Milton's firm on increasingly disturbing matters while his personal life starts to unravel.
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