Grade: A-

Powerful. Thought-provoking. Serious. Deep. That’s how I describe Syriana. It’s heavy, too, and you have to totally pay attention to keep track of everything that goes on. But it’s a really good movie. Not for everyone, but I think you’ll hear this title come up quite a bit come awards time. already it’s gotten a bunch of Golden Globe nominations – including one for George Clooney as supporting actor – and he’s brilliant in the part. Matt Damon and Amanda Peet are great, too. Worth seeing. Not for kids.