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Lawyer for Taunts
Samantha, a junior attorney, has a hard time launching her career along with few clients and even less opportunities. Luckily, her husband knows a solution. A friend of his desperately seeks for a lawyer, for more than just juridical advices. To seal a deal, Samantha will have to work her ass off, literally, in the felon’s cell, hoping that the screw won’t take advantage of the situation.
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Plot Summary
A struggling lawyer takes on a bizarre case defending a client accused of taunting pigeons. As the trial progresses, the lawyer must confront his own professional ethics and the absurdity of the legal system.
Critical Reception
Lawyer for Taunts was met with mixed to negative reviews, with critics generally finding its premise intriguing but its execution lacking. The film struggled to balance its comedic and dramatic elements, leading to a disjointed viewing experience.
What Reviewers Say
The film's satirical bite is dulled by an inconsistent tone.
Attempts at humor often fall flat, undermined by a lack of sharp writing.
While the premise is unique, the narrative fails to deliver a satisfying conclusion.
Google audience: Audience reception for Lawyer for Taunts was largely indifferent, with many viewers finding the plot too convoluted and the humor not landing effectively. Some appreciated the unconventional story, but most felt it did not live up to its potential.
Fun Fact
The film was reportedly shot on a very low budget, with much of the production taking place in a single, repurposed courtroom set.
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