11 – ARGO: Ben Affleck provides the perfect example of how to make a great, entertaining
Hollywood movie. Running the gamut of
emotions, the film manages to remain realistic up until the very end. Then things get a bit overdramatized but
whatever, I was horrified for these escapee hostages and what they
endured. It also was unbelievably timely with the Benghazi
shenanigans occurring just before its release.
The film captures the intense anti-Western sentiment that was rife at
the time and has only deepened since. I
have zero desire to visit Iran after seeing this movie, despite the vibrant,
bustling depiction of Tehran. (continues after the jump)
The first act is superb, with Alan Arkin, John Goodman, and
Bryan Cranston all shining brightly in supporting roles. This initial phase where they are trying to
set up the fake film is full of jokes. This is one of many historical films this year that
excels at ratcheting up the tension. A thrilling tale of sacrifice, courage, and
dedication leaves little to be improved upon.
If you don’t like this film, I have one thing to say to you.
Love the title haha
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