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I'm back again to watch a film that's become a habit of mine for nostalgia with anything I love. Of all the films I've seen, there are only three that I frequently rewatch: Kung Fu Panda, Good Father, and one more, 12 Angry Men.
I don't know what possessed me to finally watch it for the 15th time. I really miss films that are big on ideas and different from the rest. If you like this film, it's highly likely to be worth a rewatch because, as mentioned, the story is very eccentric and will truly move you.
This isn't a film that's visually strong, as you can see, it's still in black and white, and there aren't any handsome or beautiful young people in the frame. They're just 12 middle-aged men communicating with each other over two words: guilt or not guilt.

If you're looking for an exciting film, unexpected plot twists, romance, or comedy, this film doesn't deliver. But from what I've observed and learned, it will amaze you with how it convinces someone simply by creating a new perspective.
How can one man change the perspective of 11 others when they're faced with a predictable crime and blame one person because they "should" be punished? But it turns out that considering other perspectives and not immediately deciding on a suspect requires a clear mind and no sentimentality. From this film, I've come to believe that this is how all jurors should be.
The power of deduction and convincing someone is at its most logical best, and that's why I love this film and all its story. I think this is one of the films that was cheap in terms of production budget, but very rich in meaning and brilliant ideas for its time.