worth watching!

Rating: 7/10 (3 October 2013)

This is a really good example of its genre and is a rewarding watch. The performances really make this film, especially Maria Bello and Terrence Howard in their supporting roles. It's two and a half hours long, but doesn't feel like it's dragging on. It's not especially smart but there's enough suspense and grim mystery to keep your attention. I thought it picked up nicely during the vigil scene and kept my attention from then on. I liked Gyllenhaal's portrayal of Loki, and thought the eye tick and neck tattoo underscored the dysfunctional motif. There were a few clues along the way that make sense once the film reaches it's conclusion, which I guess is fun if you like figuring things out. It's a good movie and the actors did a good job, but it's not one I would watch again soon.