A gem.

Rating: 10/10 (15 October 2005)

Clooney highlights, with wonderful style, an icon of broadcasting who goes out on a limb to expose an injustice to the United States in the 1950's. This film shows the front, back, middle and inside of what occurred and occurs behind the scenes of broadcasting, while allowing the audience to experience the innocence and, at times, horror of the industry in it's early years. Bottom line: you'll be informed and entertained. David Strathairn nails the part of Edward R. Murrow. Robert Downey Jr. doesn't overplay his part. Clooney directs a great film that few will see in it's limited release. Nice job George, sorry the studio didn't push the film. Robert Elswit's cinematography is nothing short of brilliant!