Product: The Insider [VHS] (1999)
Rating: 5.0
The True Best Movie in 1999
Succinctly, one of the finest acting performances ever, by both Crowe and Pacino. Definately beats American Beauty in every category. Aside from the fact Russell gained 40 pounds for this movie, he even perfected the few lines he says in Japanese. Russell definately protrays the smoldering rage and indignation his character feels over what has happened and continues to happen to him. Particulary of interest is the wide range of emotions and expressions Russell protrays. This was deinfately the movie that made me a Russell Crowe fan (even with 40 extra pounds!). The inside look at the politics behind CBS's decisions is informative, and frustrating. Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate plot and excellent acting. It's long length doesn't make it a good choice for those who want quick, fun, visual entertainment.