An Interesting Thriller

Rating: 7/10 (19 November 2016)

This is definitely an unpredictable, edge of your seat thriller. Jake Gyllenhaal plays the role of Louis Bloom, a man trying to survive in L.A. After witnessing a nightcrawler (Bill Paxton) in action, he soon realizes this is the occupation he wants to pursue. He starts out inexperienced, but soon his opportunistic behavior puts him ahead of the game. He gains allies, like his partner(Riz Ahmed) and KWLA news director(Rene Russo) , he also gains enemies like rival nightcrawler( Bill Paxton). I feel that the character of Louis Bloom is robotic, that he doesn't express very much emotion besides the do-or-die behavior he has while working and the anger for his rival nighcrawler, who occasionally beats him to the punch. This movie, again is unpredictable, mainly because of situations Louis gets himself into. His job drives him to do evil things, which gives the audience many great, memorable scenes in the film. The stunts Louis pulls in this movie will leave you on the edge of your seat. This is a superb thriller that is original and well- acted.