Amusing Ourselves to Death

Rating: 10/10 (16 January 2006)

I recommend that you read "Amusing Ourselves to Death" by Postman either before or after seeing this superb film. This is a story and a message that the whole world needs to hear and respond to. The B&W cinematography is exquisite as is the attention to detail and the acting and direction. Particularly noteworthy performances include: Strathairn as Murrow; Langella as the CBS big boss; Clooney as Fred Friendly, and especially Ray Wise as Don Hollenbeck. He and Strathairn should receive nominations. This film makes me want to learn lots more about Murrow. The film depicts him as brilliant, and incredibly eloquent and articulate. There was not an ounce of fat in this man's words. They were all razor sharp, with the force of sledge hammers. Let's all listen . . . and respond.