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Created Apr 07, 2009 01:29PM PST • Edited Apr 07, 2009 01:29PM PST

1. Quality

2. Summary

   Really Great 4.5

   Clint Eastwood does it again with this great mystery-drama. Set in the 20’s this story follows the twists and turns that take you from a mysterious dissappearance to a riveting hunt for the cause. The danger with any movies that are fairly long like this one is a meandering plot, but Changeling uses an engaging story, fabulous 20’s setting, and unrivaled acting to keep you on the edge of your seat.

4. Acting

   Really Great 4.5

   Aaaah Angelina Jolie! How perfect for this role! She fits right in and pulls off a genuine nice mom persona in spite of a drop-dead sultry look. John Malkovich is great as a tireless nemesis of a preacher to the corrupt LA law establishment. I also like Colm Feore as the success at all costs police leader. But really – the whole cast pulls out all the stops in this movie.

5. Male Stars Really Great 4.5

6. Female Stars Really Great 4.5

7. Female Costars Really Great 4.5

8. Male Costars Really Great 4.5

10. Film

    Great 4.0

    Lots of kudos for a wonderful blend of story, setting, and acting.

11. Direction Great 4.0

12. Play Great 4.0

13. Music Great 4.0

14. Visuals Great 4.0
15. Content

16. Edge

    Sordid 3.0

    Don’t be lulled by the moderate start to the film!

17. Sex Erotic 3.0

18. Violence Brutal 3.0

19. Rudeness Profane 3.0

21. Reality

    Natural 1.0

    Unfortunately, this movie is very realistic.

22. Circumstantial Natural 1.0

23. Biological Natural 1.0

24. Physical Natural 1.0