Rendition (2007)

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Simply put, if you agree with the Bush Administration's policy concerning how it handles what it deems as terror 'threats', AVOID THIS FILM. I probably just saved $10 for a ticket or a waste of a Netflix rental.

As for the rest of us...

"Rendition" is not a film about a specific true story, but is a statement about the reality that exists in the world today. It is not... read more

Isn't particularly a well constructed film and tries to be clever, which knocks of the pace of the film. However, the plot is original and keeps you attentive throughout with some good performances from Witherspoon and Gyllenhaal. Worth a try.

This flick is a typical example of a movie with some good ideas but because of the Hollywood system, it unfortunately never reaches its full potential. I mean, it tries and does a pretty good job to be clever, thoughtful and provoking throughout the whole thing but, eventually, in my opinion, it was still not realistic and dark enough, especially concerning the phony 'happy' ending [spoiler](Jake ... read more

A CIA analyst questions his assignment after witnessing an unorthodox interrogation at a secret detention facility outside the US.