Julia Roberts and Denzel Washington have a great chemistry and they are both excellent actors so i won't make any comments on their acting. The Pelican Brief is a good political thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat, even the few action scenes are amazing. The only disadvantage is the usage of many names and short explainnation on some points. Personally I have to watch it again so i can get the facts straight. I strongly reccomend it!