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I like both Russell Crowe and Ben Afleck, but this film was rather disappointing. Whilst Ben Afleck was believable as a young politician, Crowe, in the role of a top journalist was not. The existing relationship between Affleck & Crow was not at all believable, not in any sense. But still, they are both good actors, and so acted out their alloted roles. As a DVD it was watchable, but glad I never shelled out to see this film at the cinema. All in all - watchable - but not a very good film overall.
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The film was on Sky, and I read the synopsis, and decided it might be O.K. Also, I have yet to see Russell Crowe or Helen Mirren in a poor film. They are such good actors, they give credence to any part. Having watched it, I watched it again later, as the plot is very clever, and needs your full attention. I then decided to buy the DVD, as some parts of it are very quiet, and I had a little difficulty following the dialogue, which is the most important part. There are many twists and turns in the plot, but do not switch off when you think it is the end, it is not! It is the type of film which can be watched over and over, as the acting is superb, and there is always some little bit which you missed previously. The supporting actors also make this a very watchable and believable film, but I repeat IT NEEDS YOUR FULL ATTENTION. Happy viewing.Read full review
Excellent American version of the British TV series. Russel Crowe is superb and looks and acts single minded in his quest though one comes away wondering about the messiness of his life. The supporting actors are all excellent though Helen Mirren is playing her bitchy self so it is difficult to understand what is acting and what is herself. As normal there are faults in the plot and in some cases it is totally unlikely that the "hero" would take some of the actions in the film. As is now normal in American films everyone seems to show some self doubt and angst (except Mirren) - no wonder the psychologists are having a field day in the good old USA.
Good story with an unexpected twist
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