What a tremendous piece of film!!

Rating: 8/10 (13 December 2008)

I just saw Changeling a few days ago and I have one word to describe it: BRILLIANT!!! I had heard a lot of talk about Jolie's strong performance and it pushed me to see it. And having seen it now, I fully agree with many of these critics. Not only is her portrayal of Christine Collins beautifully poignant, it is also fully engaging (I can see a second Oscar heading towards her mantle).
But as well as Jolie's central performance, there is great support from John Malkovich (at his usual best) and from the rest of the previously unknown cast.
Beautifully directed by the great Clint Eastwood, who may earn yet another Oscar with this, this film really brings the 1920s and 30s to life. Much like a fine wine, Clint just seems to get better with age.
I don't want to reveal too much so I will just say this: You MUST see this movie. For me, this film, along with Slumdog Millionaire, The Wrestler and The Dark Knight have been the best of the year and if you haven't yet seen any of them, you are missing out on the creme de la creme of 2008.