Masterpiece

Rating: 9/10 (17 August 2017)

I gave this film a 9 because no film is perfect. I am an actor so I often study other actors works in various stages of their careers.
To the best of my knowledge, Brad Pitt was not originally cast in his role but was very hungry to break out as a star and thus tried very hard in this role. I love his demeanor as contrasted against Morgan freeman's character.
I recommend this film for any young actor who wants to see how working together closely with another actor builds BOTH actors' skill-sets.
Brad Pitt had a tendency to "over-act" early in his career, but not here. The film is somewhat dark but that just adds to the element of the plot.
All in all, I'd say it's a great film for a date night, or even for a small group of friends watching on a projector in the backyard on a warm summer night.