After reading a critical review of Ben Aflecks debut as a director and seeing the word 'mesmerising' prominently at the top of the page I was understandably reserved in my judgement. It has to be said though that this is a truly fantastic viewing experience.
When a youngster goes missing from a rough neighbourhood in Boston everyone fears the worst, but the hire of private detectives to help locate her begins an incredible journey which pulls on every sentimental, moral and rational fibre in your mind and body.
Compulsive viewing for the almost 2 hours running time this is a dark, mysterious and gripping movie with all of the action, drama, sudden twists and moral dilemas that you could ever need.
Casey Afleck, Michelle Monoghan and wonderful Morgan Freeman star in what has to be one of the best suspense movies ever made.
Watch it and then tell me ... what would you do ?
PB - 2010
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Paul, I agree entirely with your review. One of the best films of recent years that went under most people's radars.
ReplyDeleteI approached the end thinking the moral dilemma (for me) was going to be very straight forward but it left me with a conundrum.
One of those films that inspires debate, which is a rare thing.
If you like this try "Mystic River", written by the same guy, directed by Eastwood and starring Kevin Bacon.
Thanks for the tip off Paul - it looks great. I love Morgan Freeman so it's one I will look out for.
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