Over the last decade or so, there have been more than a few competent thrillers referencing politics and terrorism. There have been some awful ones, as well. Unfortunately, there are far more of the latter.
This film falls into the former category. Hall and Bana work well on screen, and their performances as former lovers is convincing. Julia Stiles has a small role, and she excels in it.
The director lets the scenes play out without the frantic quick cuts that dominate so many films of the last 20 years. The movie does not drag, either. The pacing is fine, a quality many other films don't share.
As for the conclusion, the last few minutes will leave viewers satisfied, I think.
This film falls into the former category. Hall and Bana work well on screen, and their performances as former lovers is convincing. Julia Stiles has a small role, and she excels in it.
The director lets the scenes play out without the frantic quick cuts that dominate so many films of the last 20 years. The movie does not drag, either. The pacing is fine, a quality many other films don't share.
As for the conclusion, the last few minutes will leave viewers satisfied, I think.