Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017) — Screenplay
A principled lawyer steps into his partner's spotlight and, facing moral compromise, commits a desperate act that unravels his identity.
- Written by
- Dan Gilroy
- Genre
- Drama, Crime
- Length
- 101 pages
Dan Gilroy crafts a character study anchored in a compelling moral descent, with dialogue and internal monologue that expose a brilliant but rigid mind. The script's tight pacing and controlled world-building model how to escalate tension through choices rather than action, making it a masterclass in tragic character arc.
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