RDJ is a highly-talented and gifted actor, or as he likes to say- "I know very little about acting. I'm just an incredibly gifted faker."
Either ways, the guy can draw our breathes. RDJ is known for conveying emotions using only his eyes and facial expressions while not uttering a single word. In each of his movies, he is definitely the heart and soul in it. With each line either a snappy quip, a sassy one-liner, an emotional bean or simply a dialogue, he can make us go through an entire rollercoaster of emotions- drawing a gasp, making your eyes wet, pulling a giggle from your throat, making you fume alongside with him or simply roll on the floor laughing, this actor is what you call a godsend. You can say that yes, he is definitely a legend.
This movie is a very touching and soul-stirring one, showing the estranged relationship of a father and son. Robert Duvall has done an outstanding job as the father, whereas Downey took the stage as the son. Showing the court drama, the movie bombards you with constant emotional shrapnels, alongside with its fair bits of humor, sass and angst.
None of the actors have overdone or under-portrayed any scene- it was played off perfectly.
I wholly and completely recommend this movie, and with no doubt give it a 5 on 5. Do watch!