Fracture

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Fracture

R

Released Apr 20, 2007

1h 53m

Mystery & Thriller

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Willy Beachum (Ryan Gosling), a hotshot prosecutor, is about to leave his post for a lucrative job at a private law firm when his boss (David Strathairn) hands him a seemingly open-and-shut case. Ted Crawford (Anthony Hopkins) tried to kill his wife with a shot to the head and is defending himself in court. All hope for a quick and easy trial fly out the door when Ted proves to be a more cunning and devious adversary than Willy anticipates.

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Critics Consensus

Though Fracture's plot is somewhat implausible, the onscreen face-off between Gosling and Hopkins overshadows any faults.

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Moira MacDonald

Seattle Times

It's straightforward and nongimmicky (you don't have to wonder whodunit because we're told in the first few minutes), involves a minimum of blood and gore, and holds our interest nicely.

Rated: 3/4

Sep 1, 2007

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Scott Tobias

AV Club

Not since Lecter has a role been this well suited to Hopkins, whose intelligence and pristine formality as an actor often make him seem alien.

Rated: B

Jun 30, 2007

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Tom Charity

CNN.com

A smart and snappy thriller that makes light work of its ethical dilemmas, Fracture is a little too neat and tidy to stick in the mind for long, but the Hopkins-Gosling pairing is choice, and neither comes up short.

Jun 30, 2007

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Eddie Harrison

film-authority.com

… not trying to be more than a crowd-pleasing entertainment... while not exactly feel-good, the way the Fracture's mystery resolves is a real cut above most Hollywood hokum...it feels like the way the plot unravels is the real point of this thriller…

Rated: 3/5

May 8, 2025

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David Lamble

Bay Area Reporter

If you're up for a cerebral thriller, Fracture smartly alludes to story beats from the OJ Simpson case. It gives us an unlikely hero...

May 21, 2020

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Micheal Compton

Bowling Green Daily News

Anthony Hopkins and Ryan Gosling go at each other with so much gusto that their performances bring a lot of fun to material that is actually quite preposterous if you stop and think about it.

Rated: B-

Nov 21, 2019

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Griffith J

A solid blend of courtroom drama & noir investigation but it’s all overshadowed by the cheesy LifeTime tone. Some interesting twists, unique lighting, & talented emotional acting but it’s forgettable because similar films do it better.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

06/24/25

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Faiz D

An enjoyable court room drama.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

05/13/25

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Mike R

I enjoyed this movie. It takes you to the ending swiftly and keeps you thinking. Well chosen cast and the acting are on point. I highly recommend this one !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/01/25

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Gatos L

Just watched this movie again 18 years later, and it was as good as the first time. Performances are outstanding and plot is extremely interesting with identifiable emotions.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/17/25

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ed h

Where can I start... As a beautifully shot, well directed, well paced and beautifully acted piece of art? It's beautiful. As a story? It depends on what you value. From a psychological thriller - it's incredible, it made me think, it made me pause, it made me write down notes so I could keep track of the story. And that was the issue... the story, whilst great in concept, it isn't the most complex, or novel or even very good. It's compelling sure - but the twist ending is easily spotted and ryan gosling's motive story line was a bit cliche in parts and his character was bordeline cringe to watch in some of these parts. Overall it's a very enjoyable movie to watch, and rewatch. It will make you think and you'll definitely enjoy it. 8.5/10

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/30/24

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Shea G

Good moments but no stand out of interesting scenes except the intro.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/27/24

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Synopsis

Willy Beachum (Ryan Gosling), a hotshot prosecutor, is about to leave his post for a lucrative job at a private law firm when his boss (David Strathairn) hands him a seemingly open-and-shut case. Ted Crawford (Anthony Hopkins) tried to kill his wife with a shot to the head and is defending himself in court. All hope for a quick and easy trial fly out the door when Ted proves to be a more cunning and devious adversary than Willy anticipates.

Director: Gregory Hoblit
Producer: Charles Weinstock
Screenwriter: Daniel Pyne, Glenn Gers
Distributor: New Line Cinema
Production Co: Castle Rock Entertainment
Rating: R (Some Violent Content|Language)
Genre: Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 20, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 19, 2008
Box Office (Gross USA): $39.0M
Runtime: 1h 53m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby SRD, DTS, Dolby Stereo
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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