Decent Spy Film!

Rating: 8/10 (16 June 2009)

I believe that the Good Shepherd has the stuff to become a really good movie. The problem is that it just does not bring the potential out. I'm not saying this is bad, but it could've been way better.
The story is about the beginning of the CIA. It follows a guy named Edward Wilson over a span of 30 years. It talks about how he's the man of little words and how his CIA job is taking him away from his family.
The acting is great as it should be. The actors are all A-actors. Damon, Jolie, DeNiro, and Hurt did a very good job.
This movie could have been shortened 20 minutes or so. There are several boring scenes that are not needed. But, the plot kept me hooked to the movie.
Overall, this is a decent spy film. DeNiro did a great job in the director's seat. I rate this film 8/10.