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1994 · 119 min · PG-13

The Client

Directed by Joel Schumacher · Drama, Thriller, Crime, Mystery

The Client (1994) is a Drama film, directed by Joel Schumacher set in Memphis and New Orleans during the 1990s. It runs 119 minutes and is rated PG-13.

A organized crime, with a tense tone. Themes of family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Howard Shore
Cinematography
Tony Pierce-Roberts
Cast
Brad RenfroSusan SarandonTommy Lee JonesMary-Louise ParkerAnthony LaPagliaBradley WhitfordWill PattonAnthony Edwards

The world of this film

Setting

Where
MemphisNew Orleans
Setting
Urban
When
1990s

Premise & themes

Premise
Organized Crime
Themes
Family & Loyalty
Tone
Tense

Shape

Protagonist
Two HanderChild Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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