The Devil's Advocate
dir. Taylor Hackford · 1997
Plot
Kevin Lomax, a ruthless young Florida attorney who never lost a case, is recruited by the most powerful law firm in the world. In spite of his mother's disagreement (she compares New York City to Babylon), he accepts the offer and the money that comes along. But soon, his wife starts feeling homesick and seeing devilish apparitions. However, Kevin is sinking in his new cases and pays less and less attention to his wife. His boss and mentor, John Milton, seems to always know how to overcome every problem and that just freaks out Kevin.
Why watch
"The Devil's Advocate" masterfully intertwines ambition and morality, drawing viewers into a seductive yet sinister world where success comes at a harrowing cost. With its psychological depth and dark aesthetic, this film challenges the viewer to confront the true nature of power and desire.