Zodiac [2007] Movie Reviews on CinemaClock

Zodiac is not a film to watch if you are tired or distracted. It is jam-packed with fascinating details and moves at a relentlessly fast pace. The plot focuses a critical eye on the relationship between the police and the media as well as the complex interplay between several often uncooperative police jurisdictions. The acting is universally strong in the heavily character-driven story, with the three leads giving outstanding performances that are all realistic, unglamorous and nuanced. Although the men are all unlike each other, each is wounded in his own way. Stylish and sophisticated, Zodiac creates the look and feel not only of the 70's, but also of some of the best films of the era. Yet, Fincher still manages to blend in a few of his signature modern artistic flourishes. The soundtrack is cleverly and very effectively weaved into key scenes. The film is so intelligent, informative and perceptive, that it would not be at all surprising if it is analyzed as a case study in any number of disciplines, including law, policing, journalism, sociology and film studies.