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Primal Fear / 1996

Sooner or later, a man who wears two faces forgets which one is real.

7.7 / 10 (3,875 votes)
18
130 minutes
DIRECTOR Gregory Hoblit
WRITERS Steve Shagan, Ann Biderman
CAST Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Edward Norton, John Mahoney, Alfre Woodard, Frances McDormand, Terry O'Quinn, Andre Braugher, Steven Bauer, Joe Spano, Tony Plana, Stanley Anderson, Maura Tierney, Jon Seda, Reg Rogers
PRODUCTION Paramount Pictures, Rysher Entertainment
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REVIEW & SYNOPSIS

Sinopsis

Primal Fear adalah sebuah Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller yang dirilis pada tahun 1996. “Sooner or later, a man who wears two faces forgets which one is real.” Film ini disutradarai oleh Gregory Hoblit dan dibintangi oleh Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Edward Norton, John Mahoney, Alfre Woodard.

Primal Fear menghadirkan cerita yang mendalam tentang perjuangan, konflik, dan resolusi yang memukau. Dengan alur yang terstruktur dengan baik, film ini berhasil membawa penonton dalam pengalaman sinematik yang tak terlupakan.

Dari segi teknis, Primal Fear menawarkan sinematografi yang memanjakan mata, tata suara yang imersif, serta akting yang meyakinkan dari para pemerannya.

Secara keseluruhan, Primal Fear adalah Crime yang layak masuk dalam daftar tontonan Anda. Film ini tidak hanya menghibur tetapi juga memberikan pesan moral yang mendalam.

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CinemaSerf 7/10
June 30, 2022

I was never the greatest fan of Richard Gere, but this is certainly one of his better performances. He is cocky lawyer "Vail", adept at ensuring his criminal fraternity clients evade justice. When the shocking news that an archbishop has been savagely murdered is announced, he decides on a bit of pro-bono work to defend the young "Aaron" (Ed Norton) against the prosecuting skills of his ex-girlfriend "Janet" (Laura Linney). As the courtroom drama unfolds, though, we soon establish that there are undertones that call into question not just who did what to whom, but also the integrity of the...

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RalphRahal 8/10
December 14, 2024

Primal Fear is a masterclass in tension, turning a courtroom drama into a high-stakes thriller under Gregory Hoblit’s sharp direction. Then there’s Edward Norton, in his very first role, who makes such an impression it’s no surprise he went on to win over 15 awards including a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor. Playing Aaron, a timid altar boy with hidden depths. Richard Gere holds his own as the slick defense lawyer, Norton’s layered acting and the intense chemistry between them make this movie unforgettable. Primal Fear goes beyond a typical courtroom drama, serving up suspense, stellar performances, and production.

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JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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JPV852 Avatar
JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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JPV852 Avatar
JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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JPV852 Avatar
JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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JPV852 Avatar
JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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JPV852 Avatar
JPV852 7/10
September 22, 2025

Solid enough court room crime drama featuring good performances all around but especially Edward Norton in his breakout role. Loved the music and score and found myself entertained by the twisted murder. I think it could've been better but still a good film. **3.5/5**

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Dr_Nostromo 9/10
December 20, 2025

92/100 Easily included in my Top 5 Legal Thrillers of All Time, this is an exquisitely well-written story of Aaron, a young man who was present during the slaughter of an archbishop but insists he blacked out and doesn't remember anything. Looking for more fame, Attorney Martin Vail takes the case free. What follows is a fascinating ride that takes us though homicide, political corruption, sex abuse, gangsters, madness and a twist ending that is profound and shocking. Edward Norton is absolutely stellar as Aaron and everyone else is fantastic. Must see! -- DrNostromo.com

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