David Stratharin has good night without needing any good luck.

Rating: 9/10 (16 November 2005)

"Good Night and Good Luck," is a landmark film about the constant intertwining of the media and politics. The movie greatly depicts the early, pioneering days of television, while fears of red Communism haunted the nation. The film focuses on Edward R. Murrow's CBS newscasts surrounding Senator Joseph Mc Carthy's crusade against Communism. Director & co-writer, George Clooney brilliantly and accurately display all of these elements from start to finish. Some of the finest living actors today have been assembled for this masterpiece. It was great to see Robert Downey Jr (who was excellent), back in business again. There was also great acting delivered by Jeff Daniels, Patricia Clarkson, & Clooney himself. Another notable, and a potentially comeback performance was from Frank Langella, as Edward R. Murrow's boss. However, the aspect of "Good Night & Good Luck," which deserves the most honor, is David Strathairn. As great as he was in every role he ever had, David Strathairn blew all of those previous roles miles away. He has completely out done himself. Stratharin is flawless. Every mannerism, vocal pitch, facial expression, you name it is perfect. Even the way he holds his cigarette is noteworthy. "Good night..." may not be a movie for all tastes, but this film should be marveled for going where only a few films have gone before. There are plenty of indications that this film will have a good night come Oscar time.