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Article: Quick Fixer; 'Michael Clayton' serves as a perfect example of the John Grisham-style corporate thriller

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'MICHAEL CLAYTON' Rating 4 out of 4

Michael Clayton George Clooney

Gene Clayton Sean Cullen

Arthur Edens Tom Wilkinson

Karen Crowder Tilda Swinton

Marty Bach Sydney Pollack

Barry Grissom Michael O'Keefe

Don Jefferies Ken Howard

Mr. Greer Denis O'Hare

Warner Bros. presents a film written and directed by Tony Gilroy. Running time: 119 minutes. Rated R (for language, including some sexual dialogue). Opening today at AMC River East.

George Clooney brings a slick, ruthless force to the title role of "Michael Clayton," playing a fixer for a powerful law firm. He works in the shadows, cleaning up messes, and he is a realist. He tells clients what they don't want to hear. He ...

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