Case for the Defence; prosecution need to rebut!

Rating: 8/10 (16 April 2017)

This is a compelling biopic-thriller. A government employee, Edward Snowden, with computer expertise decides to leak information to the public that illegal invasion of privacy is being committed against millions of people by his employers. Based on actual events. The movie is made from the point of view of Snowden, portraying him as a saint and not a sinner. Maybe the picture is accurate. In real life many of those who are appalled by the hero worship of Snowden try to say he is a traitor and leaked information that caused great damage. As the subject of this film is so topical and current, maybe the detractors can make a similarly engrossing movie showing the actual harm done by Snowden's leaks. Until they do that, and do it convincingly, then many will be persuaded that Snowden deserves praise and not punishment. Super film!
8/10.