4 out of 5 people found the following review helpful:

Outstanding

pKirky from , 6th February, 2009

These days when you come across a film by Clint Eastwood you have to stop and pay attention - back in the day Clint was definitely the action man of his generation where many dads would worship the guy - nowadays he has become an incredible director - his last few films have been outstanding (Million Dollar Bay, Mystic River, Flags of our Fathers, Letters from Iwo Jimo) - there's no denying this guy definitely knows what he is doing and again he has done no wrong here with Changeling. Yes it's a different type of film we are used to seeing Clint creating but that doesn't make it any less worthy. The story is about a mother's determination of finding her son and what is uncovered is truly gripping including Police Corruption. The film has been awarded with many BAFTA Nominations and rightfully so - especially for Best Actress for Angelina Jolie who is a fantastic character actress as well as an action star. Angelina is outstanding and holds this film well especially when she is in 90% of the film - she definitely takes you on an emotional journey from start to finish and she oozes the 40s look - if this film was out any other year she would snap up the Oscar but the fact she is up against Kate Winslet in The Reader and Meryl Streep for Doubt - a second oscar this year seems unlikely. The supporting cast do well in the movie - with a special mention to Amy Ryan - who again gives an admirable performance as a mental patient falsely locked up. The problem I have with the film is John Malkovich - although he is an outstanding actor and I do love many of his films - I just didn't understand his role here but nevertheless it didn't affect my view Over 2 hours long this film is definately one to watch.

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1 out of 1 people found the following review helpful:

Emotional rollercoaster

amateurmoviewatcher from , 16th May, 2009

Cracker of a film with lots to make you think. Good acting throughout helps a strong plot. A very emotional film that definitely gets under your skin. Highly recommended

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Pretty damn good

A Customer from Mansfield, UK, 5th March, 2010

Angelina needs to put on some weight !! But a very good true story, makes you think

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What a film!!!

PKTV from , 25th February, 2010

I'd heard good things about this film but never really made a point of watching it. BIG MISTAKE. This is a sensational film and one of the most emotional I have seen for a long time. Gut wrenching and even a little hard to watch in some places this is an absolute gem with a stunning central performance from Ang. Add it to your list, NOW!

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Frightening but true

RickBrogan from , 19th February, 2010

This film really makes you think. Very interesting watch especially as it's a true storey.

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Good Watching

jenathome from , 18th February, 2010

As a mother myself found this heart breaking. Is really laid out well and you become quite involved with the Jolie character. A good one for a nice evening in with a glass of wine. Drags on a little towards the end, but outcome worth it.

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