"...And Justice for All" - Pacino's Rage, Cinematography Lost in the Yelling?

Okay, so I finally got around to watching "...And Justice for All" (1979). Pacino, man. That's... a lot. The guy is dialed up to eleven for basically the entire movie, which, I guess, fits the theme of a system gone completely bonkers. The plot is classic 70s cynicism: good lawyer, corrupt system, impossible moral choice. You know the drill. Arthur Kirkland (Pacino) is just trying to do the right thing and gets continually screwed over. I felt for the dude, I really did. But sometimes, honestly, the yelling… it got a little much. Like, dial it back to a 9 maybe? Cinematically, though... I'm kinda torn. There are some great shots—the courtroom scenes, for example, have this claustrophobic energy that really emphasizes the pressure cooker Arthur is in. But I feel like the direction (can’t find the director, that's a bummer) prioritizes the performances over any real visual storytelling. Maybe it's because the performances are so strong, but it feels like a lot of missed opportunities. There's this handheld shaky-cam thing that gets used a lot, and while it adds to the intensity, it also feels kinda... dated? I dunno, maybe I'm being harsh. Also, is it just me, or does the pacing feel off? Like, some scenes drag, and others feel rushed. That ending though... holy moly. Not going to spoil it, but Pacino's breakdown/closing statement is... intense. It's the kind of scene that sticks with you. It's also a bit too on the nose, if you ask me. I get the message, film! Maybe less shouting and more subtle character development would've been nice. Overall, it's a film with a powerful message and some incredible acting, particularly Pacino, obvs. But the cinematography and pacing are uneven for me, and sometimes it feels like it's trying too hard. Definitely worth seeing, especially if you're into legal dramas or Pacino going full-on Pacino, but don't expect a visual experience.