The Perfect Film

Rating: 10/10 (18 February 2008)

I don't often comment on movies, but this movie hit me so hard that I feel I have to let others know how amazing it is. I went into this movie expecting your basic thriller kidnapping film, with maybe a twist at some point. What I got was so much more than that.
This film leaves you questioning morality and what constitutes the "right decision." A line from the film is "shame is God's way of saying you did something bad" or something along those lines. I feel that this film encompasses that quote. It questions the difference between the law and what is best for a person. I really feel that this film made me reexamine my morals and how I would react if I were placed in the position that the antagonist in the film is.
The acting was absolutely superb. Casey Affleck really surprised me with his performance, even though I have recently seen Assassination of Jesse James and know that he has real talent. He showed amazing complexity with his character and there was a depth there that I have never seen from him before.
Overall, I would whole-heartedly recommend this film for anyone who enjoys a deep, thought-provoking experience.