Changing Lanes

A reckless, alcoholic lawyer accidentally hits and kills a man with his car while driving drunk. Fearing the consequences, he flees the scene. The victim's brother, a divorced divorce lawyer, discovers the truth and seeks revenge. The film chronicles their escalating conflict and the moral compromises each man makes as their lives become increasingly entangled.

Changing Lanes received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its strong performances, tense atmosphere, and exploration of moral ambiguity. While some found the plot somewhat predictable, the film was largely seen as a compelling character study and a solid thriller.

• Praised for its intense performances by Samuel L. Jackson and Ben Affleck.
• Commended for its exploration of moral decay and the consequences of reckless actions.
• Noted for its suspenseful and often gripping narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest appreciation for the strong acting, particularly Samuel L. Jackson and Ben Affleck, and the film's suspenseful plot. However, some viewers found the story to be somewhat formulaic and the characters' decisions frustrating.

Ben Affleck's character, Gavin Banek, is a recovering alcoholic. Affleck himself has been open about his own past struggles with alcoholism, which may have informed his portrayal.