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The Client
(1994) " A District Attorney Out For A Conviction. A New Lawyer Out Of Her League. A Young Boy Who Knew Too Much."
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| Runtime | 1 hr 59 min |
| Budget | $45 000 000 |
| Premiere: World | $117 615 211 July 20, 1994 |
| USA | $92 115 211 |
| Other countries | $25 500 000 |
| Box Office – Budget | $72 615 211 |
| Premiere: USA | $92 115 211 July 20, 1994 |
| theaters | 2365 |
| rollout | 163 days |
| Digital: World | May 1, 2008 |
| Parental Advisory | Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking, Profanity, ... |
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| Also Known As | El cliente United States |
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A young boy who witnessed the suicide of a mafia lawyer hires an attorney to protect him when the District Attorney tries to use him to take down a mob family.
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About the Book
The Client is a legal thriller novel written by John Grisham. It was published in 1993 and quickly became a bestseller, solidifying Grisham's reputation as a master of the legal thriller genre.Plot Summary
The story revolves around an eleven-year-old boy named Mark Sway, who becomes entangled in a legal battle after witnessing the suicide of a lawyer who reveals critical information about a high-profile murder case. As the mafia and the FBI close in, Mark seeks the help of a determined attorney, Reggie Love, to protect himself and his family.Author
John Grisham is an American author known for his popular legal thrillers. Before becoming a full-time writer, Grisham practiced law, which provided him with the insights and experiences that he often incorporates into his novels. His works are known for their fast-paced plots and intricate legal details.Book to Film Adaptation
The film adaptation of The Client was released in 1994. While the movie stays true to the core plot and characters of the book, certain elements were modified for cinematic purposes. The film captures the suspense and drama of Grisham's novel, though some details and subplots were streamlined to fit the film's runtime.Key Differences
- The film condenses some of the book's subplots to maintain a tighter narrative focus.
- Certain character developments and backstories are less detailed in the film compared to the book.
Overall, the film adaptation of The Client is considered a faithful representation of John Grisham's novel, capturing the essence of the story while making necessary adjustments for the screen.
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