Good (Very) Movie, Good Luck (With the New Career) Mr. Clooney

Rating: Null/10 (18 March 2006)

In Good Night, and Good Luck George George Clooney proves that he's not just a happy handsome Hollywood actor (not that there's anything wrong with that). Every aspect of this film was a big cut above most good movies. Brilliant camera work with some shots that reminded me of both Alfred Hitchcock's B&W work and more artistic film noir. Superior, smart writing that lays out some terrific character development and interplay. This talented cast does what is expected of a great ensemble: perform. David Strathairn far exceeds anything that I've ever previously seen from him. And with full due to the rest of the cast I must say that I was particularly pleased to see Robert Downey Jr.. Filming in black & white was a great choice because it captures both the era and the terror created by Senator McCarthy's runaway blacklist. Historical events let the bigger story unfold while Clooney fills in the blanks very very well. We can only hope that Clooney's directorial talent will keep him busy with like projects and will spare us the pain of an "Ocean's Eleven III".