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harrybrowne
Oct 15, 2015harrybrowne rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
A gripping film; better than I expected. Intelligent dialogue, often clever and witty, though sometimes too preachy and confusing. Masterfully directed by Costa-Gavras, who also co-wrote the screenplay. And whose leftist leanings are obvious but not offputting. Gad Elmaleh is a surprise, he is outstanding as Tourneuil, whose character is morally conflicted. Gabriel Byrne (so good in "Secret State") is just mostly blustery here. Best line: "I didn't know it was such fun to spout crap." For other good films in this genre, see "Arbritrage" and especially "Margin Call." P.S. The story is based on a book by Stephane Osmont, not Stephanie as it says on the DVD.