Drama
United States of America
Roman J. Israel, Esq. is a 2017 crime drama film directed by Dan Gilroy and starring Denzel Washington. The film follows the story of Roman J. Israel, an idealistic and driven lawyer who fights for the underdogs and always seeks to do the right thing. He has spent years working alongside his partner, William Jackson, who is the face of the firm and the one that brings in the clients.
When William suffers a heart attack, Roman is suddenly forced to step into the spotlight and take over the firm. However, he soon discovers that the firm has been making compromises and deals behind his back, and he is forced to confront the reality of what his idealism has shielded him from.
As he tries to do the right thing and expose the shady deals that the firm has been involved in, Roman finds himself at odds with the law, his colleagues, and his own sense of morality. He also becomes romantically involved with a young activist named Maya, who challenges his beliefs and values in many ways.
Roman is pushed to his breaking point as he tries to navigate the corrupt world of big law and stay true to himself. The film is a gripping examination of the human cost of doing what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds, and showcases Washington's talent as a versatile actor capable of inhabiting complex and nuanced characters.
