What are the elements of a great courtroom drama? A case that's more complicated than it appears, lawyers who grapple with moral quandaries, witnesses who offer surprises in their testimony, a connection to suspenseful events outside the courtroom.
With "The Lincoln Lawyer" coming out this week, it's time to look back at some of the best courtroom dramas.
Check out the article on Moviefone: (I'd add "The Firm," "Runaway Jury," "Michael Clayton" to the list)
