Well filmed and scripted

Rating: Null/10 (10 July 2000)

This was a very intelligent film, whose script neither condescends or patronizes its audience. Russell Crowe was very impressive and Al Pacino was great as always. Plummer also did a nice job as 60 Minutes' Mike Wallace.
However, there is more to the film than the fine performances. The filming is well though out, painting a cold uninviting picture of America. The cinematography was the second best of the year, topped only by American Beauty's rich colorful portrait of suburban life. This movie was almost Kubrickian in its realistically icy style. No sentimentality here, folks.
I would really recommend this movie. It's a little longer than your average film, but there isn't a wasted moment. The approximately 2 hrs. and 40 minutes will go by quickly. If you want to watch a movie that appeals to your intelligence, watch the Insider. *** 1/2 out of ****