Fantastic!

Rating: 10/10 (5 November 2011)

Based on the true story of a 60 Minutes television series segment, as seen through the eyes of a real tobacco executive, Jeffrey Wigand, 'The Insider', directed by Michael Mann, is a fantastic film, that brings a true-story on celluloid, most convincingly. Also, the performances, are awesome!
'The Insider' Synopsis: A research chemist comes under personal and professional attack when he decides to appear in a "60 Minutes" expose on Big Tobacco.
'The Insider' begins & ends, with a bang. As mentioned before, it brings a true-story on celluloid, most convincingly. Mann's direction, is captivating. While the Screenplay by Marie Brenner Eric Roth & Mann's himself, is simply fantastic. Cinematography, Editing & Art Design, are excellent.
Performance-Wise: Al Pacino is spell-binding, as always. Pacino, is truly, an unstoppable/unmatchable talent. Russell Crowe is absolutely astonishing. He lives his part in every scene, with rare understanding & patience. Christopher Plummer is another topper; he is fabulous. Renee Olstead is first-rate. Philip Baker Hall is flawless, while Gina Gershon is effective in a brief role. Diane Venora & Lindsay Crouse are good. Others lend good support.
On the whole, 'The Insider' is a fantastic motion-picture. It is amongst Mann's most accomplished works to date. Do Yourself A Favor: Watch 'The Insider'. Such Cinema doesn't come often!