"Roman J. Israel, Esq." is a 2017 legal drama film directed by Dan Gilroy. The story follows Roman J. Israel, a brilliant but eccentric defense attorney played by Denzel Washington. After the sudden death of his partner, Roman finds himself struggling to adapt to a changing legal landscape and confronts moral dilemmas in his pursuit of justice. The film explores themes of ethics, social justice, and personal integrity within the legal system. It highlights the challenges faced by those who fight for the underprivileged while navigating the complexities of modern law and the pressures of a corporate legal environment.