Sunday, October 2, 2011

MOVIE REVIEW ... THE WHISTLEBLOWER

 

the-whistleblower-movie-poster-2010-1020707822Like other factual movies such as Silkwood and Veronica Guerin ‘The Whistleblower’ charts a disturbing true tale of injustice.  Having a central female lead as its agitator of change it shows how staying silent is never the answer.  Directed with a fine sense of steely intensity by Larysa Kondracki it successfully delves into the mindset of one never admitting defeat in the face of endless adversity.

Always believing in doing the right thing, policewoman Kathryn (Rachel Weisz) is sent to Bosnia on a special assignment for the United Nations.  While carrying out her duties she uncovers a large-scale human trafficking ring.  Involving an American military contractor and sections of the U.N, she becomes determined to bring those involved to account.  Risking her life amidst a cauldron of corruption and threats she realise how truth becomes a hotly acquired commodity.

The cliché ‘truth is more fascinating than fiction’ applies here.  Whilst making for uncomfortable viewing all concerned seem determined to present the issues in a straight-forward manner.  It does so in an engaging way allowing for total empathy for Kathryn’s plight.  Played with solid conviction by Weisz, it is easy understanding her actions and the maelstrom of opportunism and greed she confronts.  That such events still occur is truly shocking with those working under the banner of ‘protection’ doing anything but.

With a strong cast and tight direction, The Whistleblower benefits from its genuine atmosphere.  The screenplay’s quality reflects this as it explores the trafficking ring from various viewpoints from the victims to the ones meting out harsh treatment.  These angles are seamlessly blended together and provide a good mark against the overall production.  Whilst the cinematography is a little too dark at times it generally creates the murky world the characters inhabit with success.

The Whistleblower may be difficult to watch but is nonetheless enthralling.  Those standing up for others deserve to be recognised which this movie does in a thoughtful manner.

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Movie Review Rating   7 / 10

Movie Review by Patrick Moore

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