Fresh, not Stale

Rating: 9/10 (7 August 2010)

Clooney tones it down for this exceptionally well-made film geared towards an issue many of us have experienced or soon will. Putting to the side the nature of the main character's work, he's taken on a whirlwind ride with a equally vivacious female (the wonderful Vera Farmiga). What matures from that is a slew of emotions, revelations, and finally head-on heartache. The film flows effortlessly, and with something interesting on screen at all times, it's never dull. I'll also give kudos to Ashley Greene playing a rookie exec who's quite confident, but she soons learns that work-life balance takes it's toll. Interesting characters and a modern plot spearhead one of the best movies of last year.