American Hustle Review

Today's post is going to be on "American Hustle." I'd heard good things about it, but I had never really had the urge to go see it in the theatre so last night I rented it for a buck and gave it a shot. As per usual the actors seen in this movie were a wonder to behold. Christian Bale did an amazing job as only he can in bringing his character to life. It was also entertaining to see other actors like Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Adams stepping into a more gritty role than I had ever previously seen them in. Bradley Cooper was very entertaining as well, and had a different vibe and presence to him as well. All around, A list cast, doing what they do best in a way at least I was not used to seeing them in.

The movie starts of in the life of a con artist (Christian Bale) as he crosses paths with his, I guess you could call her his soulmate (Amy Adams). The two of them start a business that is less than honorable, taking idiots for money by promising them a return of their investment, that of course they never deliver. Enter (Bradley Cooper) an undercover FBI agent who tricks them into taking his investment so he can pin them with fraud. Instead of throwing them in jail, the agent decides to use them, their connections and their knowhow to get bigger criminals and thus begins the long and soul wrenching story. It was great to watch these people, who weren't bad people trying to get bye and wrestling with the fact that they are busting others just like themselves, until Bradley Cooper's character decides to take them in even deeper and go after members of the mob. The story takes many twists and turns and you can't help but fear for these people and cheer for um to get out alive. This movie will make ya laugh, make ya cringe, and ultimately question your view on right and wrong.

5 outta 5 for American Hustle, its a must see for all. (Well maybe not your younger audience.)