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The Evil Lawyer review
The lead character in this Thai courtroom drama may have more than a whiff of pantomime villain about her, but this a fun, very watchable show – albeit one that is faintly ridiculous at times
TL;DR
- Jittri is a pantomime villain lawyer who uses any means necessary to get clients acquitted.
- Mek, an ethical lawyer, is framed for murder and forced to work with Jittri.
- The series explores themes of power, corruption, systemic injustice, and societal inequality.
- Intertwining plot lines reveal corruption involving a police chief and a political party.
- Jittri's methods are explained by past failures of the legal system.
- The show features well-paced action, creative flourishes like time-freeze segments, and a detailed Bangkok setting.
- Performances are strong, particularly from the lead actors and supporting cast portraying criminals and victims.
- Despite its strengths, the series suffers from tonal inconsistency and sometimes over-the-top moments.