Disturbingly brilliant

Rating: 10/10 (5 December 2015)

This is one of the best films I've watched in a long time - the script, the acting, the cinematography, and the direction is all excellent and Jake Gyllenhaal plays his role to perfection. One is left with a depressing view of American media - the questions it asks about voyeurism and media ethics are brilliantly asked. There's no need to preach. The result is disturbing. But flick between a few American news channels afterwards and one will see its truth.
Gyllenhaal is the star, the sociopathic cameraman, but this is not to negate the fine supporting roles played by particularly Bill Paxton and Riz Ahmed.
The film is refreshing and original and it doesn't resort to clichés or tropes. There's some unforgettable moments In the film, such as Bill Paxton's final scene, which are genius. (I won't mention what it is, so as not to spoil the plot.) Let it be said, the film is riveting from beginning to end. I haven't given many films 10/10 in my life, but this deserves all the stars I've given it and then some.