Review:
Philadelphia (movie)
overall review score: 4.5
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Philadelphia is a 1993 American legal drama film directed by Jonathan Demme, starring Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington. The story follows a lawyer who is fired from his firm after contracting HIV and files a lawsuit against his former employer for discrimination.
Key Features
- Legal drama
- Powerful performances by Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington
- Tackles important social issues like discrimination and HIV/AIDS
Pros
- Emotionally powerful story
- Outstanding performances by the lead actors
- Raises awareness about important societal issues
Cons
- May be difficult to watch for some due to subject matter
- Some critics find the film melodramatic