Syriana
Drama • R • 2005 • 2 hr 8 min
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George Clooney, Matt Damon, Jeffrey Wright, Chris Cooper, Amanda Peet
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Nice story line with a surprise ending.
Very impressive filmmaking. One of those wich i had to watch again right after (because didnt understand The hole plot) and It was worth It.
Profoundly bright examination of the geopolitics churning the planet; seriously ominous reflection of why the world is how it is
Fantastic thriller, engaging story that Clooney carries well.
Excellent political drama thriller both gripping and complex. With great performances from all the leads
A complex story but one which ultimately conveys a worthy message.
A phenomenal film, complex and dark, like Babel or Traffic. The evil the corporate-political machine perpetuates is on full display. 10/10
I just could not get engaged. The cast is top tier but the story lost me. I never believed the stakes and so it just came across as slow
Slow, a tad boring because you barely spend any time with each character but refreshing in it's take on war in the Middle East.
All the moving parts may kind of fly over the heads of a lot of people, but it's so well done, with so many small details being perfect.
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