perfect minimalism

Rating: 10/10 (15 October 2005)

I was really amazed at how intelligent this film was. It requires your full attention at all times, which is unheard of in modern cinema, let alone many of the films Clooney has acted in. I wish people on television today spoke with such articulation and thoughtfulness instead of over-dramatizing blurbs and the extreme forms of puppetry we see on Fox News. I saw Confessions of a Dangerous Mind and enjoyed it immensely, though I found parts of it meandering and in a way flawed, but it put Clooney in a whole new light, and I gained a tremendous amount of respect for him (which had been missing since I saw the Solaris remake). However I found this film perfect in every way, and I hope it garners him some Oscar nominations. Minimalist, (it all takes place in doors in television studios), captivating cinematography, sly and highly intelligent dialog that never resorts to using the 'F' word. Tense and intimate drama that transcends its subject matter and hopefully will resonate with younger crowds since it pertains to current situations. Perfect.