Original sentence: John Travolta is as a trial attorney who becomes wrapped up in the deaths, knowing his selfless pursuit of justice will cost both his clients and partners
Edited sentence: Heart-wrenching in places, A Civil Action is one of the screen's most honest and compelling looks at civil litigation, and the great personal sacrifices sometimes paid by those who ply the trade for the benefit of all.His main adversary is a wily Harvard law professor (outstandingly played by Robert Duvall), who assessing the case's more important aspects, dances rings around him in court.John Travolta is excellent as a trial attorney who gets emotionally wrapped up in the deaths, knowing his selfless pursuit of justice will cost both his clients and partners.Macy, Kathleen Quinlan and Dan Hedaya - all contribute to the authentic feel and engrossing storyline.The true source material, an excellent screenplay, striking rural photography, and an array of well-acted supporting roles  - most notably James Gandolfini, Tony Shalhoub, John Lithgow, William H