An very under-rated film

Rating: 10/10 (7 October 2016)

There are so few bad things to say about this movie, if any at all. Come to think of it, none come to mind. This film is masterfully well done in every way; from the directing, writing, acting, sound design, cinematography on down to the editing. Trust me when I say, it's a film with very few noticeable flaws.
Hugh Jackman gives an insanely good performance as the father desperately searching for his daughter. Jake G honestly wasn't as stellar as Hugh, but his character was that of a calm detective trying to find the kidnapped girls. I wouldn't say he phoned it in, because his character had noticeable ticks and mannerisms that remained consistent throughout the movie. In my opinion, it's just hard not to see Jake G instead of his character like he transformed in both Nightcrawler and Southpaw. But still good acting all around. Can't forget Paul Dano and David Dastmalchain, both did stellar work.
The cinematography... it's done by Roger Deakins so yeah, it's phenomenal.
Denis Villeneuve proves to be a directing we all should be on the look out for in the many years to come.
The writing, done by Andy Guzikowski is great. It surprises me that this isn't based on a book judging by how deep the plot goes with mystery and "mazes". This guy is one damn good mystery/crime writer.
Basically, to sum it all up. SEE THIS MOVIE THE FIRST CHANCE YOU GET! It's not good, it's great.