1SO, I actually like the asides that really do not have to do with the trial. Had those been cut out, I think the tension in the air would be a little too unbearable to stand. Also, when these guys get into these screaming fits, they need a few minutes to cool down. It makes sense to have them there. As for Cobb's character SPOILER: By the time the climax comes around, I had almost forgotten about the story with the son. When he pulls the picture out, I was instantly hit with emotion, but to each his own. I like those elements. I see why someone would have a problem with them though.