Product: The Insider [VHS] (1999)
Rating: 5.0
An astonishing movie
This is an absolutley incredible film. Prepare to be totally enthralled by some of the best performances you are likely to see for a while and to be blown away by a gripping true story.At nearly three hours the film pulls you into Dr Wigland's (an excellent performance from Russell Crowe) and a CBS news reporter's (an always great Pacino) dilemma. Should they contravene a corporate gagging order and the threat of a multi million dollar lawsuit. Watching Wigland's crashing descent into silent despair is a heart breaking experience made all the more emotional by some very moving background music.This is really a story of integrity in the face of adversity. Would you put your life on the line: your job and your family for the greater good?I cannot implore you enough to see this movie. It is one of the most significant cinematic events for a long time.