Good but, overrated.

Rating: 7/10 (25 February 2013)

When this film received such widespread positive reception, and learning that Bryan Cranston was acting I decided to give it a go. I enjoyed the film for the most part, it was fast paced and exciting, but there was something lacking. It was like a Jason Bourne film without the violence. I am glad I watched it but at the same time it is not something I would choose to watch again. So, for this film to receive the awards it has when you compare it to its contemporaries such as Django Unchained, Lincoln, Life Of Pi, is somewhat puzzling. There were no standout performances and it kind of trundles along until the inevitable climax which again, does not have any real standout moments. This film really benefits from the suspense in leaves the viewer in, but by the end I was left disappointed that I had not seen a film as complete as the film's raft of awards should deem.