Denial

Courtroom dramas, or any examination of the mechanics of our legal systems are compelling. "Inherit the Wind", "The Verdict", "A Few Good Men", "Runaway Jury" and others greater and less so, have enthralled. Denial is a good film. Very well written, and put together. A dream cast led by Rachel Weisz. She's a versatile actor, on the money in the role. Even the diluted "Nu Yoak" patois is credible. Most drama of this type is sold by technique, and inflection. Timothy Spall is marvellous, as a cretin. Tom Wilkinson's dry "I have the key, just wait" crafting of his role is very fine. Andrew Scott's portrayal of a legal icon on the money too. Still, the UK offers work this good, in TV serials regularly," Judge John Deed"," Silks" and the like.Great film for the ages, maybe not, entertaining, engaging and intelligent, indeed. There is some grit and discomfort too, be forewarned. In this soft part of the year for film offerings, it's a mid 7, rounded up.