Made for Best Picture

Rating: 8/10 (9 September 2015)

Argo is one of those extremely well scripted movies that doesn't have much surprise or creativity. This true story easily translates to the screen and was done so without any faults. This film didn't take any risks and was a shoe in for Best Picture at the Oscars because of the size of the story and efficiency of the final product.
The film tells the story of the U.S. hostage crisis in Iran, during 1980, from the point of view of a CIA agent, Tony Mendez (Ben Affleck), who is tasked to come up with an rescue operation for six Americans. The idea for the operation is for Mendez to go to Iran under the guise of a Hollywood Producer scouting an area for a futuristic Sci-Fi flick. He would then make contact with the six Americans and bring them back under the guise of his crew.
This film received a lot of praise and certainly deserved it. Ben Affleck has shown yet again he can direct a superb film. He also proves that given the right story he can still show his acting chops. Along side him in this territory are Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, and John Goodman who portray their roles expertly and with gusto.
Argo while being a simple story, is one that will reach a wide audience. When you watch this film you will have a smile on your face at the end. It gives you that feel good vibe that Hollywood loves to instill in its movies. There were nine movies nominated for Best Picture in 2013 and Argo won. It won because it was made for Best Picture.