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Interview: Frank Langella on playing Judge Hoffman and working with the ensemble of ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’ [VIDEO]

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In a film like The Trial of the Chicago 7 that’s so jammed with brilliant actors, it’s easy to lose sight of amazing Frank Langella is in the film. Langella plays the pivotal role of Judge Julius Hoffman who is the chief antagonist of the film.

“When you have something this well crafted, you just have to get out of your own way.”

Frank Langella

Critics are starting to take note of this performance which could bode well for the four-time Tony Award Winner as the nominees for the Critics’ Choice and Golden Globe awards are due to be announced soon.

Awardswatch contributor Dewey Singleton was thrilled to speak with this iconic Academy Award-nominated actor about his performance in the film. 

The Trial of the Chicago 7 is currently available to stream exclusively on Netflix.

Photo: Niko Tavernise/NETFLIX

Dewey Singleton

I'm a member of Critics Choice, Hollywood Critics Association, and The Society of Professional Journalists. I am also on Rotten Tomatoes. My bylines include @awardswatch, @deweysmovies, @awardsradar, @weliveentertainment, @bleedingcool, and @insessionfilm. I am married to @sgitw and have two sons.

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