Lack of good storyline.

If you're interested in the topic at hand, you should just watch it and judge yourself because the reviews have gone very biased by people that didn't even watch it and just hate (or love) the creator. I liked it, it was well written, narrated, and directed and it was about a topic that interests me.

The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;

One of the best movies of the year! Incredible from the beginning to the end.

12 Angry Men, the Henry Fonda version made in 1957 has always been my favourite film, due to many factors.I have just watched 12 Angry Men, the 1997 remake, with Jack Lemmon.Being an absolute fan of Henry Fonda, and his own 1957 Produced version, directed by Sidney Lumet, I was not expecting what I experienced on screen. I expected a grossly inferior version.But what I got in the 1997 version is not just great acting from all concerned, but also extra dialogue written by Reginald Rose himself, and because of this extra dialogue, we have not only a longer film, but also a very non politically correct film in the sense that Henry Fonda's version is stiff, and is very politically correct, even if this adds to it's charm.This 1997 version is not stiff. Directed by William Friedkin, it's much broader, notably because the characters are given a broader range of harder hitting dialogue.There is one scene in the 1957 version which hits home to me, it's when Lee J. Cobb is having a go at the old man on the jury, and Edward Binns another juror, steps in and stands up for the old man.In the 1997 version , Soporanos actor, James Gandolfini plays Edward Binns part, but is given more to say.Each character in the 1997 version is given more to say, which adds to the atmosphere of the story.I recommend this 1997 version, because it does stand on its own merit. As does the 1957 version.Two great movies based on a stage play by Reginald Rose, of how one man, refuses to go along with the other jurors, and takes a stand and just wants to talk, because it's "just possible" that the boy is "not guilty".EXCELLENT.

This film and its concept are eternal to our political process. In fact, 12 Angry Men should be remade every 10 years...with federal and private funds. Why?It is an insight to our most fundamental democratic process...the JURY. This remake brings to fore our contemporary morals and cultures (and clashes) and is most definitely worth watching not only for it's concept but for the stellar contemporary cast and Billy Friedkin, the director.Just think if were remade again today, with current stars, styles, morals, fashion, new legalities, maybe women on the jury, a few more immigrants, etc.Filmmakers remake and add forever editions (like Friday the 13th), to movies, but this movie ABOVE ALL should be remade. l want to see 12 Angry Men III, made in 2010, NOT 12 Angry zombies.12 Angry Men is America, and is at the heart of our very existence, especially in light of today's political situations.Come on producers let's get 12 Angry Men III the green light for a remake and show it to this generation. The background music could easily be Mellencamp's, "Ain't that America". And it is.

Some people may not think that this movie is as good as the original version, however, even though there are changes in the script, this movie depicts the view of our society. The cast, language and and scenario are more familiar in our modern world. Many times we get turned off by the black and white movies, just because of the black and white fact, but this movie brings the same idea and at the same time we can relate to the way we live nowadays. The fact that Henry Fonda is still alive to redo this movie is what impresses the most, specially if people watch both versions. The original movie is incredible, may be even better than the 1997 version, but owning both copies and watching them one after the other is a treat for all. Tony Danza was the perfect actor for the role of the baseball fan and the fact the there is a female actress brings more credibility to our times. This movie was printed on DVD in Australia (Region 4) and on VHS in America. Does anyone know if this movie is printed on DVD in USA and Canada (Region 1)? If so, Where could it be purchased? You may mail me at davidtamm@hotmail.com and I would write this information on this site for all interested in purchasing such DVD.

This is a movie that, even though it had no explosions whatsoever, kept me glued to the screen ;) An original script idea, believable characters and some brilliant acting combine to form what is one of my all-time favorite movies. Gives you some food for thought, too, as it also provides some insight into the judicial system of the United States. Conclusion: more than worth your time!Note that this movie is a remake of another movie by the same name done in 1957. I haven't seen the original yet, but plan on doing so soon. The 1957 original features some prominent actors such as Henry Fonda and Jack Klugman, but I'm sure you'll recognize a face or two in the remake, too.