The Devil-s Advocate -1997-1997 -

So, the next time you get a job offer too good to be true, or feel that itch to compromise your ethics for a win, remember John Milton smiling from across a mahogany desk. Because he’s been waiting. And he’s very, very good at closing a deal.

Watching the film in a post-#MeToo context, Mary Ann’s treatment is chilling. Kevin dismisses her hallucinations, tells her she’s crazy, and prioritizes his career over her safety. Milton weaponizes this, telling Kevin, "She’s a drag." The film cleverly shows how institutional evil hides behind the mundane cruelty of ignoring a partner’s suffering. The Devil-s Advocate -1997-1997

: Specific evocative pieces composed by James Newton Howard for the film include: So, the next time you get a job

The movie follows Kevin Pelson (Keanu Reeves), a young and ambitious lawyer who joins a prestigious law firm in New York City. As Kevin's career takes off, he finds himself handling high-profile cases with remarkable success. However, his life takes a dark turn when he discovers that his employer, John Milton (Al Pacino), is not just a brilliant lawyer but also the devil himself. Watching the film in a post-#MeToo context, Mary