A Long Way to "Ah Ha!"

Rating: 8/10 (3 January 2008)

This movie is like taking a long (the movie is nearly 3 hours long) hike. It's slow and sluggish and you wonder what you were thinking to start it and want to give up, then suddenly (for me in the last 45 minutes) it all comes together. You realize the plot lines, you see what is going on, and it was worth the trip as the vista opens up into great scenery of acting and nuance. Suddenly you say "Oh, THAT's why they call it 'The Good Shepherd...'"
Worth watching for some great acting and, though it's a long time coming, an interesting conclusion. The slow and sullen lighting and scenery adds to the plot, though it's tough to realize at first. And the beauty of the two female leads is worth the watching anyway. Stick with it. It's worth the wait.