That the premise of the film doesn't make a ton of sense shouldn't dissuade you if you're in the mood for a little escape.
– Laremy Legel,
Film.com,
18 Mar 2011
fresh:
Just when you thought Matthew McConaughey had settled into pre-retirement content to play the (dry-aged) beefcake in a string of dippy romantic comedies, the actor comes roaring back with some real acting.
– Ella Taylor,
NPR,
18 Mar 2011
rotten:
There's a reason potboiler paperbacks don't make good movies -- there's too much outlandish plot, even for Hollywood.
– Joe Neumaier,
New York Daily News,
18 Mar 2011
rotten:
It has nothing to do with the capital of Nebraska or the former president. While you're watching it, though, you'll wish it did.
– Christy Lemire,
Associated Press,
24 Mar 2011
fresh:
It's really just a solid courtroom drama, but these days moviegoers should take what they can get.