Prisoners Review (2013)

Prisoners

  So I saw this movie a long while ago, but never had the chance to review it. Considering that it is one of the best movies of 2013, I think it deserves a post.

  Let's get this out of the way now, Hugh Jackman was robbed of an Oscar for his performance in this film. He was intense, terrifying at times, and really just desperate to find his daughter. I was so impressed by the cast of this film and how they each represented different stages of grief at the loss of their children. The movie was so dark and unsettling, you really don't trust any of the characters.

  Runner up to Hugh Jackman's performance is Jake Gyllenhaal as the detective. You just feel like there is this past about him and even though they don't elaborate on it in the film, Gyllenhaal manages to give depth to what could have been a very generic character.

  Prisoners really begs the question, how far would you go to rescue your children? It is thought-provoking, it will stick with you for months, it'll have you questioning where your kids are at all times.

  I got chills multiple times while watching this movie. 5 out of 5 stars. (A Must See)