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ty92Feb 15, 2020

I made my top ten list for movies of the decade and this is on it. I forgot about this one. It should be mentioned more because it belongs on everyone's list.

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nilssoneJul 8, 2018

The story, the script and the acting are all great. Lou (Jake Gyllenhaal) plays a fantastic role as a "journalist" who doesn't seem to care about anyone emotions because he values his own career more and I think that shows how the real worldThe story, the script and the acting are all great. Lou (Jake Gyllenhaal) plays a fantastic role as a "journalist" who doesn't seem to care about anyone emotions because he values his own career more and I think that shows how the real world actually works. Might be a longshot but that was my perception.… Expand

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madarasi012Feb 7, 2019

Nightcrawler is definitely Jake Gyllenhaal's best work, and Dan Gilroy's best movie, with stellar writing and acting and a great, engaging storyline that does a wonderful job of exploring the depths of depravity of modern consumer culture.

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Bradh6886Jan 4, 2021

MacBethian levels of the battle between ambition and morality on display in this gripping thriller. Gyllenhaal is a powerhouse that demands full attention like the news reels he creates. The rich dialogue is as enthralling as the action sequences.

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geewahJan 13, 2021

One of 2014's best movies.
Part satire, part thriller, part social commentary, this film tells the story of one mans decline into madness with wit and polish.

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liamexeAug 1, 2022

In just under two hours, Nightcrawler portrays a lot, including desperation, false economies, grim crime, the hidden underworld to which we are blind, and the psychopathic evilness and overall lack of humanity human beings are capable of. AsIn just under two hours, Nightcrawler portrays a lot, including desperation, false economies, grim crime, the hidden underworld to which we are blind, and the psychopathic evilness and overall lack of humanity human beings are capable of. As a man attempting to claw his way to the top of his game in the grimy media underworld of selling news footage, Jake Gyllenhaal gives the performance of his career.… Expand

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umrttlJan 10, 2023

Had me just thinking about the movie for a couple minutes after the credits. If ending didn't make me a little sad it would be a 10

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BHBarryNov 2, 2014

"Nightcrawler" stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo and Bill Paxton in a film written and directed by Dan Gilroy. Although opening on or about Halloween eve, and with a suggestive title lending itself to that ritual, the film is actually the"Nightcrawler" stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo and Bill Paxton in a film written and directed by Dan Gilroy. Although opening on or about Halloween eve, and with a suggestive title lending itself to that ritual, the film is actually the story of those vulture-like papparazzi who, instead of following celebs in innocent daily real life situations, seek to capture the tragedies and "breaking news" stories that besiege our evening news each night. In the mid 20th Century, these photo journalists would freelance and sell their wares to the highest newspaper bidder. Now, in the era of television and video and digital photography, the suppliers become video camera operators and the bidders are the news directors of local tv stations.
As so ably portrayed by Mr. Gyllenhaal, the film tells the story of one such video cameraman and the lengths and extremes he will go to "get the shot" or "capture the video". It also depicts his enablers in the newsrooms of Los Angeles who empower and enable these "nightcrawlers" to reap the economic benefits of their endeavors. The film is well paced and will hold your interest and involvement and makes its point in an artistic although not too subtle a manner. I give the film an 8.0, primarily because of Mr. Gyllenhaal’s fine work but, also, because of the ability of Mr. Gilroy to both write and direct without sacrificing one role for the other..… Expand

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drlowdonDec 25, 2020

Lou Bloom is a determined man desperate for work, and one night he runs into a freelance news crew who film everything from car crashes to murder scenes to sell to the highest bidder. Wanting a piece of the action he enters the cut-throatLou Bloom is a determined man desperate for work, and one night he runs into a freelance news crew who film everything from car crashes to murder scenes to sell to the highest bidder. Wanting a piece of the action he enters the cut-throat world of ‘nightcrawling’.

With an excellent lead performance from Jake Gyllenhaal, Nightcrawler is a tense and darkly humorous thriller that highlights the lengths the news media will go to just to secure ratings, and with events over the last few years it has only become more relevant since its initial release.… Expand

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ledaumasNov 1, 2014

This is a movie about a bad person doing bad things for bad reasons. Definitely a movie I didn't need to see because I know how close to the truth this movie is about people's morals. It was well written, well acted and thank goodness for theThis is a movie about a bad person doing bad things for bad reasons. Definitely a movie I didn't need to see because I know how close to the truth this movie is about people's morals. It was well written, well acted and thank goodness for the characters who had a conscience, as I was squirmed watching this lack of moral conduct.… Expand

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funkydoodycoolAug 8, 2015

I haven't been a particular fan of Jake Gyllenhaal, but in this film he portrays a creepy, night-dwelling man with some serious ability. The story is interesting, if slightly predictable, the peripheral actors do their bit - but it is theI haven't been a particular fan of Jake Gyllenhaal, but in this film he portrays a creepy, night-dwelling man with some serious ability. The story is interesting, if slightly predictable, the peripheral actors do their bit - but it is the main man's work that stands out here.… Expand

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lasttimeisawDec 8, 2014

A cinema-going to continually witness Jake Gyllenhaal’s unstoppable resurgence to be the most versatile and ardent actor among his peers. After last year’s one-two punch PRISONERS (2013, 8/10) and ENEMY (2013, 8/10), NIGHTCRAWLER isA cinema-going to continually witness Jake Gyllenhaal’s unstoppable resurgence to be the most versatile and ardent actor among his peers. After last year’s one-two punch PRISONERS (2013, 8/10) and ENEMY (2013, 8/10), NIGHTCRAWLER is screenwriter Dan Gilroy’s director debut, set in L.A., the title refers to hired hands who usually drift at night, as soon as any accident or crime happens, they will rush to the scene and take lurid photos and videos, then sell them to the local media for highest bid. Gyllenhaal’s Louis Bloom is one of them, he is so good at it and professes that he is born to do this job, what’s more chilling is that he is a callous sociopath with no moral boundary, even more shockingly is the society not only condones him, but encourages and rewards him bountifully.

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beingryanjudeDec 30, 2014

One of this year's sharpest and most poignant films, Nightcrawler intensely thrills with clever direction from newcomer Dan Gilroy and a terrifying sociopathic portrayal from Jake Gyllenhaal. You won't know what hit you.

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SpangleJul 29, 2015

Beautifully shot, wonderfully acted, and very well written, Nightcrawler is a great debut for director Dan Gilroy, another feather in the cap for cinematographer Robert Elswitt, and yet another example of why Jake Gyllenhaal is one of the topBeautifully shot, wonderfully acted, and very well written, Nightcrawler is a great debut for director Dan Gilroy, another feather in the cap for cinematographer Robert Elswitt, and yet another example of why Jake Gyllenhaal is one of the top actors working today. Creepy and unhinged, Gyllenhaal's performance in the lead was great, as you truly believe every word he says and all of his mannerisms and oddities. However, to me, one of the films best features was the cinematography, in particular the lighting. In line with other great films that capture Los Angeles at night such as Drive and Collateral, Nightcrawler is beautifully shot and lit. Another major plus for this one would have to be the way it operates as a biting criticism of the television news industry. Showing them as morally questionable and willing to do anything for ratings, this one certainly shows the shady side of television and raises many questions that should be answered, such as the morality of showing some of the footage shown. Overall, Nightcrawler is a thrilling, intense, and very creepy, experience that should help propel both Gilroy and Gyllenhaal to further success.… Expand

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dinojay2May 22, 2015

Brilliantly acted by Jake Gyllenhall, taking a moderately interesting look at the highly immoral yet occasionally defensible world of true crime parasites and turning it into something that is hard to look away from. His character is soBrilliantly acted by Jake Gyllenhall, taking a moderately interesting look at the highly immoral yet occasionally defensible world of true crime parasites and turning it into something that is hard to look away from. His character is so awful, and so awkward, yet just strangely sympathetic enough to make it impossible not to root for him just a little, then immediately feel like that was a mistake.… Expand

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Jack97Dec 16, 2016

Nightcrawler is a beautifully made, riveting study of a fascinatingly deranged character played brilliantly by Jake Gyllenhaal in a career best performance.

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BshopNov 6, 2014

Holds your attention for the entirety. Jake Gyllenhaal delivers a strange, spot-on performance of an OCD, business-focused personality. His character was both terrifying and enthralling. Reminded me of Prisoners (although the characters wereHolds your attention for the entirety. Jake Gyllenhaal delivers a strange, spot-on performance of an OCD, business-focused personality. His character was both terrifying and enthralling. Reminded me of Prisoners (although the characters were obviously not the same).
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Compi24Nov 1, 2014

Serving as a harrowing cautionary tale and one of the most uncomfortable viewing experiences I've had in a while -- thanks in no small part to Jake Gyllenhaal's uncompromisingly disquieting Oscar-worthy performance -- "Nightcrawler"Serving as a harrowing cautionary tale and one of the most uncomfortable viewing experiences I've had in a while -- thanks in no small part to Jake Gyllenhaal's uncompromisingly disquieting Oscar-worthy performance -- "Nightcrawler" forcefully assumes its role as one of the most impressive writer-director debuts this side of his brother's "Michael Clayton."… Expand

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NightReviewsDec 4, 2014

In 2012, Aaron Sorkin piloted a television program that educated, informed and entertained by nit-picking the issues of modern day television broadcasting, information distribution and most of all, societal perception. Luckily, I was able toIn 2012, Aaron Sorkin piloted a television program that educated, informed and entertained by nit-picking the issues of modern day television broadcasting, information distribution and most of all, societal perception. Luckily, I was able to stumble upon a clip of the opening monologue of the show via YouTube, which was recommendation by a friend. The monologue, delivered by Will McAvoy, played by the audacious Jeff Daniels, is single handedly, one of the greatest monologues in television history, describing the issues with contemporary American politics, government, its people and most of all, the media. Approaching its third (and final) season, The Newsroom has proved to be a champion of debunking the public’s predictive perspective of hyped up terror scares, exploitation news broadcasting and television, as well as ginned up controversy.

With Nightcrawler, writer/director Dan Gilroy feature film debut, the film delivers an almost complete counter-program to one of the best shows on television today, glorifying the exact same things The Newsroom is championing against. Yet, from the first dark scenes of trespassing to the final scenes of pure brutality and unimaginable corruption, Nightcrawler crawls up your skin and into our heads as one of the creepiest and feverishly uncomfortable films of 2014.

Nightcrawler begins like any nightmare would, at night. Basked in the sketchy noir lights of an almost unrecognizable Los Angeles, similar to Newton Thomas Sigel’s Los Angles in Refn’s Drive, the night city is consumed by insomniacs and blood-thrity reporters looking to make money and a name for themselves based on the misfortunes and tragedies of others.

One of those inhabitants is Lou Bloom (Jake Gyllenhaal), a fast-talking, quick learning creepy night-dweller who takes most of his knowledge and facts from the internet and disposes of his verbal jargon to anyone who crosses his path for his own interests. We first meet the Lou as a petty thief who cuts fences and steals manholes to make his money and earn a living. Bloom is a sociopath, and although we don’t immediately connect with the character, never once asking the questions of how, why and for how long he has been living this life, we never really question him either.

After successfully trading his stolen possession to a local scrap metal owner, where he unsuccessfully bargains the terms of an employment position, Lou drives onto the barren freeway in his dilapidated car, stumbling across a car on fire. After pulling over and being mesmerized by the deadly ambers igniting on the hood on the destroyed vehicle, two news photographers crash the scenes with their nightly lit cameras and gear. Like we’ve seen before, Lou is no stranger to awkwardness, since he is as much an opportunist as he is a slimy insomniac, he offers his services to the ‘nightcrawler photographer’ Joe Loder (Bill Paxton). Rejected, Lou still feels that he has finally found his calling and with that, he steals an impressive racing bike on the Venice beach boardwalk in order to pay for a dodgy camcorder and cheap police scanner in order to begin his adventures as an amateurish nightcrawler.

The film’s success can easily be accountable to its transformative star Jake Gyllenhaal, who lost over twenty pounds for the role by biking and running to set and reportedly spending up to eight hours a day at the gym. The actor, who has been nothing but superb in a recent string of stirring films from Prisoners, Enemy, End of Watch and Source Code, delivers one of his finest and easily most haunting performances to date. Complete with bulging eyes, an Adam’s apple and veins coursing the entirety of his body, Gyllenhaal proves that the simplest aesthetics are the scariest. Having no regard for human beings and enticing strangers with a jabber that is almost to quick to comprehend, Gyllenhaal’s dedication to the sketchy Bloom is seen both physically and emotionally, as well and felt cold-heartedly and abruptly by its audience.

Bloom strives off hard work as he proves, despite his better concern for the law, he is a hustler. Convincing himself as well as everyone around him his potential in an industry that strives off trespassing, seduction and lies, Bloom manipulates everyone for his own regard. Reciting over the same lines, whether it be to a new employee of his company during a job interview to a desperate and homeless Rick (Riz Ahmed), or convincing low-rating news director Nina Romina (Rene Russo) of his potential of delivering graphic, unsavoury and somewhat illegal images for her morning broadcasts, Bloom believes that “If you want to win the lottery, you have to make the money to buy a ticket”, by any means possible. With-holding information to the police and pulling on the weaknesses of his prey, Bloom never thinks a second, making him one of the scariest, real people we never want to have the pleasure of meeting.… Expand

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BradySmithNov 3, 2014

Attack of the evil Sheldon Cooper could be a good secondary title for this movie. Gyllenhaal is hyper creepy and disturbing as the immoral news video gatherer. He's utterly convincing. I felt a sort of weird pity for him at first, but thisAttack of the evil Sheldon Cooper could be a good secondary title for this movie. Gyllenhaal is hyper creepy and disturbing as the immoral news video gatherer. He's utterly convincing. I felt a sort of weird pity for him at first, but this was all washed away once it became clear just how twisted the character really was. Nightcrawler is a very exciting movie, full of intense action scenes. It's also a very stylish looking film. It uses neon and shadows in much of the way Drive did, but not quite to that movie's vibrant extant. There are some surprising turns, the story is involving, and the satire is sharp, but I also felt that in the end it didn't have enough weight to it. It's memorable, but something about it is fairly distant, and unattainable. You'd never guess that it's a small budget indie film though. It has all the polish of a major Hollywood blockbuster. I wouldn't be shocked if it ended up with a couple Oscar nominations, even in some of the major categories.… Expand

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GinaKNov 2, 2014

It is hard for me to say that I “liked” Nightcrawler. Or that I liked Lou Bloom. As someone suggested at dinner afterwards, he may be a sociopath like Charles Manson or Hannibal Lecter, but at least Hannibal Lecter had a sense of humor and soIt is hard for me to say that I “liked” Nightcrawler. Or that I liked Lou Bloom. As someone suggested at dinner afterwards, he may be a sociopath like Charles Manson or Hannibal Lecter, but at least Hannibal Lecter had a sense of humor and so some self-knowledge. Jake Gyllenhaal gives an Oscar-worthy performance and is always in character and completely convincing. The analogy to Manson may be apt since Manson supposedly (and ironically) got his start in manipulation by reading Dale Carnegie’s classic book “How to Win Friends and Influence People.” Bloom has taken business courses online and learned only to be ruthless. He also reminded me of Bartleby the Scrivener in that his own desires and will came before anyone else’s. Nightcrawler is a fascinating film, and I wasn’t bored for a second, watching the diabolical Bloom become a "success" in the amoral world of sensational broadcast journalism where ratings are the only thing that count – a world worthy of Bloom’s cold and clinical view of life.… Expand

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joeyriosMar 30, 2015

Okay. When you go watch 'Nightcrawler', which is a very well done film, focus on Jake Ghylenhaal, Rene Russo and the heavenly script. Everything is good in the movie. But just focus on those three things and I promise you: YOU WILL BE BLOWN AWAY.

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LowbrowCinemaNov 3, 2014

Not the masterwork it wants to be but huge credit for trying and almost getting there. The film suffers from an uneven voice and bad pacing which all could have been corrected by an expert editor. NIGHTCRAWLER needs an objective eye to whipNot the masterwork it wants to be but huge credit for trying and almost getting there. The film suffers from an uneven voice and bad pacing which all could have been corrected by an expert editor. NIGHTCRAWLER needs an objective eye to whip it into shape. But enough of the negative. So much is so good and the film is full of surprises from the performances to its depiction of LA. Incidentally, about 90% of this film is shot like 50 feet from our house. I can only think of one other film that captured the "real" LA so closely and that is THE MORNING AFTER. This is the real LA. Not the reel LA. I don't want to give it away but I so appreciate that the sleaze factor is kept in check and actually feels like the real world rather than an over amped sizzle reel. Jake Gyllenhaal is very good but doesn't totally or intrinsically inhabit his character. He's a guy that's weird and scary but not so scary that you'd run away from him which is good but you see Gyllenhaal's wheels turning which is not so good.

But then there is the revelation... Rene Russo. She is masterful and every way and it is her scenes with Gyllenhaal that anchor the film and show what could have been. Further, these scenes are the ones which are so surprising they're almost shocking in their matter of factness.

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AxgrinderDec 19, 2014

Entertaining and different. Jake Gyllenhall plays a sociopathic denizen of Los Angeles eking out an existence by stealing and pawning scrap materials. We learn early on that he has no qualms about using violence, if necessary, toEntertaining and different. Jake Gyllenhall plays a sociopathic denizen of Los Angeles eking out an existence by stealing and pawning scrap materials. We learn early on that he has no qualms about using violence, if necessary, to accomplish his goals. He likes to talk and he frequently tries to convince people that he’s a successful business man, a mover and shaker, who’s moving up in the world. But, he’s more than unconvincing, and when he talks people look at him as though he were Dustin Hoffman in Rain Man. He’s a mimic, without a moral compass. He tries to parrot the words and actions of those around him, and he’s a quick learner. Rene Russo plays an aging TV news director working the night shift at the lowest rated TV station in LA. Gyllenhall learns that she will pay cash money for video footage of car crashes and other dirty laundry, if he can get it to her first. Bill Paxton is Gyllenhalls’ competition. Gyllenhall wants more than just a job, he wants it all, and as man without a conscious he’ll do anything to get it.… Expand

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oDjentoMar 9, 2015

This film was fascinating to watch. Jake Gyllenhaal plays Bloom perfectly and provides one of 2014's most interesting characters. He will let nothing stand in his sociopathic way to become the best of what he does. He believes he can deceiveThis film was fascinating to watch. Jake Gyllenhaal plays Bloom perfectly and provides one of 2014's most interesting characters. He will let nothing stand in his sociopathic way to become the best of what he does. He believes he can deceive and manipulate anything as long as he's good at it, and he strives to become best to have something of his own. His humanity is certainly questionable but it delivers the fact of what loneliness can do to people. He is alone (and perhaps wants to be) but whats recognition that only he himself can see he deserves. The film plays out brilliantly and is paced greatly until somewhere in the second half that i can't state exactly where, but once the "road accident" and "set up" takes place the film picks back up for a climactic, fast paced and faultless finale! One of 2014's best, grab it now!… Expand

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ozymandias79Jan 31, 2015

The creep factor in Nightcrawler is off the scale. Jake Gyllenhaal is awesome. This film could have been written by Stephen King. Especially the main character, he's very Stephen Kingesque. The tension is palpable and the slow escalationThe creep factor in Nightcrawler is off the scale. Jake Gyllenhaal is awesome. This film could have been written by Stephen King. Especially the main character, he's very Stephen Kingesque. The tension is palpable and the slow escalation gives a real feeling of menace. A must watch!… Expand

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CherryxldApr 11, 2015

Nightcrawler es una película con un guión ingenioso y que desarrolla una historia criminal que sucumbe a la intriga.

Esta película, que localiza su atmósfera en el sentido criminal y sospechoso, logra ofrecer al público una buena trama conNightcrawler es una película con un guión ingenioso y que desarrolla una historia criminal que sucumbe a la intriga.

Esta película, que localiza su atmósfera en el sentido criminal y sospechoso, logra ofrecer al público una buena trama con un guión bastante inteligente y audaz, que le da a este film una atmósfera más oscura, teniendo en cuenta de que ya lo es sin él, y de que ese detalle la hace más atractiva e interesante. Además, su actor principal hace un papel muy atrayente y superficial que logra hacer de esta película, como sus otros elementos, un abrumador y atrapante espectáculo inculcado en un ambiente criminal que cumple con su propósito intrigante y criminalista de una manera satisfactoria.… Expand

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SimpleReviewzNov 7, 2014

I am one who adore movies that leave me walking out the theatre and still thinking about the movie; movies I like to call thought-provoking. Nightcrawler is one of those films, but it also entertains greatly with its fantastic performances,I am one who adore movies that leave me walking out the theatre and still thinking about the movie; movies I like to call thought-provoking. Nightcrawler is one of those films, but it also entertains greatly with its fantastic performances, outlook on modern media, and a great tone. Elephant in the room time: Jake Gyllenhaal. I've heard buzz lately about Jake's recent outstanding performances. He has surely stepped up his game, and Nightcrawler delivers with another superior performance from him. Here, he plays a sociopath hell-bent on getting all that he wants in his job. He really gives off a creepy, disturbing, and unsettling tone playing this character. I more than look forward to his future movies. Rene Russo is nearly as good as Gyllenhaal. There's an actor here I don't think I've seen before: Riz Ahmed. While he does have some glimpses of very good acting, I think there was lost potential with his role, meaning he could've been better or even easily replaced. I see potential with him, though, I'll give him that. Even though Michael Hyatt's role and appearances were brief, she was incredibly good. The main plot here is that Jake's character works in the LA freelance crime journalism territory. He goes up to crime scenes, films it, and sells the footage to news channel broadcasts. With this, Nightcrawler delves into dark, mature territory at times, which I welcomed. How far Jake's character will go just might astound you. The movie also has it's fair share of jaw-dropping moments. The movie mixes thriller, suspense, and drama to great results. The flaws here aren't too big, but noticeable. The movie sometimes objectifies logic and equals to annoying measures. I also was unsatisfied with the ending and the scene before that final scene. The pacing problems were so, so slight, but it is worth mentioning that the first half's pacing will differ from parts of the second half's, which irritated me at only a few points. Nightcrawler is a great movie, even a bit above great. It just misses my 9 out of 10, SO CLOSE. It may not be in my Top 10 movies of the year, but it will be one I will surely remember.… Expand

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Meth-dudeJun 18, 2016

In this neo-noir movie, Jake Gyllenhaal delivers one of his best performance yet. The story is original and interesting and the movie is entertaining.Nightcrawler definitely is a modern classic.

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ydnar4Jan 29, 2015

Nightcrawler, what a dark, creepy movie! Jake Gyllenhaal plays a role that most actors would dream about. One of the creepiest and weirdest and down right evil roles that I have ever seen. I can honestly say that Gyllenhaal makes you hate himNightcrawler, what a dark, creepy movie! Jake Gyllenhaal plays a role that most actors would dream about. One of the creepiest and weirdest and down right evil roles that I have ever seen. I can honestly say that Gyllenhaal makes you hate him in this movie. He pissed me off so much but I think that was what he was supposed to do in this movie. He was robbed of an Oscar nomination, and I'm not the first who has said that. If you enjoy superior acting then this is certainly a movie you should watch.… Expand

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tvnewsguidoDec 4, 2014

Great sociopathic fun!

The TV news business is a dirty place in real life - "Nightcrawler" is only a slightly heightened version of the reality.

Gyllenhaal is perfect.

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ToFewViewsFeb 24, 2015

'Nightcrawler' is a great example of an actor playing/fitting his roll perfectly, Jake Gyllenhaal is able to make you feel completely immersed in his character and the film. Supporting actors seem much more dull compared to Gyllenhall's'Nightcrawler' is a great example of an actor playing/fitting his roll perfectly, Jake Gyllenhaal is able to make you feel completely immersed in his character and the film. Supporting actors seem much more dull compared to Gyllenhall's acting but still give engaging characters. Once the plot picks up pace at the midway point it keeps you guessing with what twisted/Partly Insane act the main character will do next to further himself. The story gives a good look on the Job of recording Fires/Car Accidents or anything worth reporting on the news and how twisted the job could be at times.Gyllenhaal enraptures his character perfectly and delivers a stellar performance, If you in need of a great Drama/Thriller give "Nightcrawler" a chance..and no, not the X-Men Character… Expand

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vikesh2206Feb 1, 2015

Anchored by a spellbinding performance by Jake Gyllenhaal and sharp media behind the scenes satire, Nightcrawler is an atmospheric neo noir achievement by first time director Dan Gilroy.

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horcrux2007Apr 3, 2015

Nightcrawler is an exciting and gritty crime-thriller movie that explores the depths of LA crime-journalism at its most gruesome. Jake Gyllenhaal plays Lou Bloom who films crime scenes and sells them to a local news station, while blurringNightcrawler is an exciting and gritty crime-thriller movie that explores the depths of LA crime-journalism at its most gruesome. Jake Gyllenhaal plays Lou Bloom who films crime scenes and sells them to a local news station, while blurring the lines between observer and participant. The movie works best as a character study of Lou, showing how he can manipulate people into helping him in this dangerous profession and the lengths he will go to sell the video to the news. It's dark, intelligent, and violent while still being able to engage and entertain the audience.… Expand

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ScottshakNov 12, 2014

Dan Gilroy's debut flick is everything what it needs to be – a perfect reflection of his superb writing. His direction is subtle. Editing is just brilliant. The plot flows in a perfect rhythm through the head of a messed up guy Louis Bloom,Dan Gilroy's debut flick is everything what it needs to be – a perfect reflection of his superb writing. His direction is subtle. Editing is just brilliant. The plot flows in a perfect rhythm through the head of a messed up guy Louis Bloom, who takes you on a high speed ride behind an exquisite red muscle to shoot stories up close.

Jake Gyllenhaal is hands down one of the finest actors in Hollywood. The heights he scales and the lengths he drives deserve a big fat ovation. A psychopath on the loose, Jake is something more than that, a perfectionist who does things that he is good at. A deft thief whose keen eyes fall on crime journalism. He crosses all human confinements and legal barriers to get stories that are still hatching. Every crime scene is his puppet. He beats even the police to it.

An equally good performance by co-stars Rene Russo and Riz Ahmed who end up being manipulated by the devilry of the badass diligent Nightcrawler. Sitting on the hood of the car listening to every word that the static says, learning everything about police radio codes, manifest how dedicated the protagonist is to his work. In his words: "I am a quick learner."

There are shots that Jake perfects without dropping his calm demeanor, unhindered and incessant speeches that make you want to clap for his effort. The screenplay brings magic through his lips. The time he breaks the mirror screaming with frustration shows the perfection he has achieved in his acting. A great actor, with the variegation he has scoured, makes him one of a kind. I place him amongst the greats. Bravo!… Expand

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DalifeblivesNov 3, 2014

Really good film. Great characters, acting is on point. The only issue would be with the overall story and sometimes wonder the logic of how realistic it is for a guy with a camera to capture such graphic footage and a local news station toReally good film. Great characters, acting is on point. The only issue would be with the overall story and sometimes wonder the logic of how realistic it is for a guy with a camera to capture such graphic footage and a local news station to actually show it. Ending was okay but could of been a bit better. Jake for sure should get the Oscar nod for this.… Expand

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felix99gomezNov 11, 2014

Jake Gyllenhaal delivers the performance of a life time, as a creepy, unsettling character who dives into the world of news broadcasting, and goes into some dark places. Nightcrawler is all about the characters, everyone delivers amazingJake Gyllenhaal delivers the performance of a life time, as a creepy, unsettling character who dives into the world of news broadcasting, and goes into some dark places. Nightcrawler is all about the characters, everyone delivers amazing performances with dialogue that felt real. You can sort of tell where the movie is going, but it takes a slight turn, and goes into a different direction you werent expecting, and keeps you on the edge of your seat for the whole runtime of the movie. It is also visually sleek, great job by this movie's director and cinematographer. My only problem with the movie is, at least for me, the ending was a bit anti-climatic, and I was expecting something more out of the ending. That being said, Nightcrawler is a great thriller, and one of the best movies of the year, who knows, maybe in a couple of years this movie will be considered the new American Psycho.… Expand

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tjman09Dec 9, 2014

This a really good film I don't know about great. The films well shot except for a little weird framing, and the story's pretty cool, but something just feels a little off. The pacing is a little too slow for me at times, and other thanThis a really good film I don't know about great. The films well shot except for a little weird framing, and the story's pretty cool, but something just feels a little off. The pacing is a little too slow for me at times, and other than gyllenhal the characters all feel one-dimensional. There are some scenes that lose my suspension of disbelief, but boy is gyllenhal great. I'll say this gyllenhal deserves a Oscar nod.… Expand

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danippMar 13, 2015

Jake Gyllenhaal is incredible in this adventure of a criminal cinematographer who is capable of doing anything to achieve his goals and be successful. Lou is a systhematic and pragmatic guy who is determined to find a good job and with aJake Gyllenhaal is incredible in this adventure of a criminal cinematographer who is capable of doing anything to achieve his goals and be successful. Lou is a systhematic and pragmatic guy who is determined to find a good job and with a simple camera and a lot of boldness he manages to catch Nina's attention and sold her his work. And knowing how much she depends on his images to keep her job, he'll become more and more demanding as the time goes by. He also won't think twice about doing evil things to gain more space on screen. Rene Russo does an amazing job as Nina, such as Riz Ahmed as Rick. Bill Paxton promissed something good at the beginning but he totally vanishes, never to be seen again. Another weak point in the script is the lack of background in the life of Lou. On the other hand, these things don't get in the way of this amazing first film of Dan Gilroy. Nightcrawler is crazy, scary and electricfying.… Expand

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BlaKDemonaZMar 15, 2015

Filme muito interessante que mostra o lado podre da TV, do jornalismo e da mídia em geral. As distorções, a sede por sangue... Interpretação incrível do Jake Gyllenhaal, que vive um personagem totalmente insano. Enfim, uma boa história bemFilme muito interessante que mostra o lado podre da TV, do jornalismo e da mídia em geral. As distorções, a sede por sangue... Interpretação incrível do Jake Gyllenhaal, que vive um personagem totalmente insano. Enfim, uma boa história bem contada faz valer a pena assistir esse filme!! Em minha opinião, 8/10 !!!… Expand

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heathermFeb 26, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nightcrawler is the compelling and disturbing story of a sociopath gradually getting better at manipulating those around him. Jake Gyllenhaal was incredible--I was shocked by how completely unattractive he made himself for this movie, adopting the role of the extremely creepy, sociopathic protagonist, constantly spouting off tired motivational business truisms in the most off-putting way imaginable (not to mention the way he abused and exploited his single employee and coerced Nina into having sex with him). Other user reviews have noted that you need to suspend a little disbelief for this movie, and I think that's true--in particular, the quick scenes where Gyllenhaal's character suddenly achieves success and all his equipment is enormously updated was too sudden to be financially credible, even accounting for the sparseness with which he lives his life otherwise.

I think what made this movie such a refreshing watch for me was the difficulty I had predicting what the final outcome was going to be, as well as what I wanted it to be. I spent a lot of the movie wondering how this was going to end, in that I could clearly envision an ending where something backfires, and he's killed or injured while trying to fix a shot. However, that end goes instead to Bill Paxton's character partway through the movie, while Gyllenhaal gets away with everything. In a weird way, I found this much more satisfying than for him to get his demise. Sometimes it's nice to see someone completely awful achieve success in what he sets out to do. It also allowed the movie to end on that darkly humourous note of, "I won't ask you to do anything I wouldn't do."… Expand

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markvantparkJan 19, 2015

Great movie. With some bloody scenes, it touches slightly horror.
Exact portrait of photographers, cameramen who only wants to have the most spectucalr images,
regardless of everything else, even human life.

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NRNSWApr 3, 2015

Jake Gyllenhaal gives a really strong performance in this movie - the whole thing is strong from start to finish, with a very engaging plot / story and fine performances from many of the actors. Absolutely worth watching.

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Jarhead335Jul 31, 2015

Nightcrawler was an ambitious, stylistic and wonderful thriller, whose anti-hero Lou is portrayed in one of the most riveting performances I've ever seen Gyllenhaal throw down. It was glitzy, polished, and the story was fleshed out quiteNightcrawler was an ambitious, stylistic and wonderful thriller, whose anti-hero Lou is portrayed in one of the most riveting performances I've ever seen Gyllenhaal throw down. It was glitzy, polished, and the story was fleshed out quite well. There were a few slight discontinuities for me near the end, particularly a very forced and altogether useless romantic encounter that I feel the film could have done very much without. Altogether, though, a memorable satire of what it means to bring the news to life, and pull yourself up by the bootstraps.… Expand

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jigsmode31Oct 20, 2015

Compelling and intense, the story progresses at a well balanced rate, building to crescendo. An absolute must see.

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daviddelnorte23Sep 3, 2017

Mucha gente seguramente no se percate de lo que es esta película en el fondo, que no es ni más ni menos que el remake de "Taxi Driver", si el remake. Desde ya la primera escena juego con una estética similar y jugando las mismas claves de laMucha gente seguramente no se percate de lo que es esta película en el fondo, que no es ni más ni menos que el remake de "Taxi Driver", si el remake. Desde ya la primera escena juego con una estética similar y jugando las mismas claves de la mítica cinta de Martin Scorsese. El personaje parece un personaje sacado de los 70' con ese esterotipo de tio raro, solitario y un poco fastidiado. La película tiene muchos bemoles desde los diálogos hasta la resolución de tramas y los propios personajes. El pulso de la narración es muy consistente y tiene un ritmo muy alto, no aburriéndote en ningún momento de las dos horas de metraje. Jake Gyllenhall es digno sucesor, con todos los respetos, de Robert de Niro. En conclusión, película muy oscura y adulta, que no es para todos los públicos y no deja indiferente a nadie. Si se ve con criterio es muy buena y si te gusta el cine también.… Expand

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RystermanJan 30, 2017

To watch this movie is truly a thrilling and disturbing experience. A refreshing, original movie with mostly great pacing, beautiful cinematography along with characters who challenge the viewer, making them question the characters motivesTo watch this movie is truly a thrilling and disturbing experience. A refreshing, original movie with mostly great pacing, beautiful cinematography along with characters who challenge the viewer, making them question the characters motives along with their mental stability. All actors are excellent in their roles, to the point where you forget their celebrity status and believe their motivations as real people.… Expand

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EduBJul 8, 2017

A good movie; What is more important here is a great performance of Jake Gyllenhaal; The script is good; It is not a song in the direction it is not spectacular but it is good; A soundtrack is not spectacular but it also fulfills its work ...

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skeletoroneOct 31, 2020

Jake Gyllenhaal plays the sociopath Lou Bloom and he plays him very well. But he is not the only sociopath in this movie. His character is flanked by Nina, a ruthless morning news director played by Rene Russo. Nightcrawler made meJake Gyllenhaal plays the sociopath Lou Bloom and he plays him very well. But he is not the only sociopath in this movie. His character is flanked by Nina, a ruthless morning news director played by Rene Russo. Nightcrawler made me uncomfortable over its entire runtime. Good movie.… Expand

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ArkCreatorJul 21, 2020

Nightcrawler staring Jake Gyllenhall (Lou) and Riz Ahmed (Rick) is a film that uses the art of storytelling and screenplay to produce an exaggerated exploitation into the world of media. Lou, a common thief bent on success, becomes obsessedNightcrawler staring Jake Gyllenhall (Lou) and Riz Ahmed (Rick) is a film that uses the art of storytelling and screenplay to produce an exaggerated exploitation into the world of media. Lou, a common thief bent on success, becomes obsessed with having the best camera shots of accidents and emergencies around the city to earn reputation and money. Lou does whatever it takes to make his way to the top including blackmailing news broadcasters and hiring the homeless. Gyllenhaal and Ahmed's performances are excellent and is a pleasure to watch as always. The music score is exceptional providing a threatening atmosphere, inviting dread into the scenes. The cinematography is stunning and reflects the Dan Gilroy's visionary screenplay. The unfortunate downside to this film however, is that the plot is to and extent predictable. Although you don't know exactly what Lou is going to do, the audience is given a rough idea of what Lou is always thinking and we are able to tell fairly quickly what Lou will do in order to achieve success. That being said, its still a very much enjoyable watch and makes you think about how corrupt the media industry can be.… Expand

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JeBjBoDec 29, 2021

Great photography, acting, and direction paired with a satirical story about the sensationalism of news media outlets.

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FilmanwaltDec 17, 2020

The film is uncomfortable and extremely perverse. But the film is also really exciting and has a very strong main character, which Gyllenhaal surprisingly plays perfectly.

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TheEventsOf1989Jan 11, 2020

An excelling way to show an aspect of how the system allows people to succeed, a haunting look at news media culture.

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marshallonfilm_Apr 27, 2020

“That's my job, that's what I do, I'd like to think if you're seeing me you're having the worst day of your life.”

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MrIslamicApr 10, 2021

A very interesting movie, I think the messages are still relevant to the modern day. Overall I recommend this movie to watch.

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Zac03Aug 8, 2021

Suspension of disbelief should be an advisory caution when viewing 'Nightcrawler'. However, as long as one can over look the story's obvious absurdities it can be enjoyed as a compelling and superior thriller. Jake Gyllenhaal is superb as theSuspension of disbelief should be an advisory caution when viewing 'Nightcrawler'. However, as long as one can over look the story's obvious absurdities it can be enjoyed as a compelling and superior thriller. Jake Gyllenhaal is superb as the sociopath who opportunistically decides to make a living by filming the misfortunes, injuries and death throes of others, which he then sells to TV. His total disdain for people and human life sets no bounds and this, in turn, leads him to TV news producer Renee Russo. She is fantastic as an ageing last chance producer who becomes entangled in his web. The scenes between them both literally crackle with there own kind of tension and are excellently written. The movie, mainly shot at night, makes excellent use of its L.A. locations, and a couple of set pieces (a home invasion and a restaurant shoot out) are outstanding and demonstrate first rate examples of how to create sustained tension. Flying under the radar, this is a film not to be missed.… Expand

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EDOGGYTHEMOVIEMay 16, 2022

This movie is okay. This movie is okey. This movie is okay. This movie is okay.

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LamontRaymondNov 1, 2014

There's no doubting that the movie is good, but you just don't feel great leaving the thing - not that every movie needs to have a "feel good" quality to it. But this lead character is creepy as hell, sociopathic, and just plain antisocial.There's no doubting that the movie is good, but you just don't feel great leaving the thing - not that every movie needs to have a "feel good" quality to it. But this lead character is creepy as hell, sociopathic, and just plain antisocial. It's never a movie you'd want to see twice. Gyllenhaal is great in it, of course, and it's cool seeing all the RL LA anchors involved - certainly provides a degree of authenticity to it all.… Expand

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LynMar 21, 2015

Great as far as it goes -- Jake Gyllenhaal attains a new level of cold creepiness. And unlike most films/shows slamming the "if it bleeds, it leads" mantra, this film avoids preaching. Rene Russo is totally believable as the TV producer pastGreat as far as it goes -- Jake Gyllenhaal attains a new level of cold creepiness. And unlike most films/shows slamming the "if it bleeds, it leads" mantra, this film avoids preaching. Rene Russo is totally believable as the TV producer past the point of prettiness and fighting to stay relevant. But I really wanted a little bit of insight into the lead character's behavior ... the logistics of his previous survival, not to mention the roots of his sociopathic behavior.… Expand

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JacobMar 13, 2015

If you can get past how disturbing Louis is Nightcrawler is a good film. This is not just a thriller and Rear Window ripoff but a nice commentary on the media and violence, which is explored through the disturbing and intriguing Louis Bloom.If you can get past how disturbing Louis is Nightcrawler is a good film. This is not just a thriller and Rear Window ripoff but a nice commentary on the media and violence, which is explored through the disturbing and intriguing Louis Bloom. Jake Gyllenhall does a great job in the role providing a character that is both revolting in his obsession with violence and media as well as his detachment from it but is also intruging with his passion and obsession. I won’t blame you if you find this movie revolting as it is messed up but for me I could and was entertained by this film.… Expand

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TheChaser1985Jun 12, 2015

Good acting. It wasn't a bad movie... but it left a very bad taste in my mouth. Like... I've honestly never felt so empty after a movie. My girlfriend was actually telling me that I needed to watch Scrubs to cheer up.

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Trev29Dec 18, 2014

An engaging well acted movie. It certainly stands out as something different from other pieces of work this year. It also has a memorable score thanks to the ever reliable James Newton Howard.

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anshimanJan 9, 2015

Although the writing for the protagonist's surrounding characters fails to portray believable reactions to Lou's obtrusively insane actions, as well as some of James Newton Howard's music (at times) failing to coalesce with the emotionalAlthough the writing for the protagonist's surrounding characters fails to portray believable reactions to Lou's obtrusively insane actions, as well as some of James Newton Howard's music (at times) failing to coalesce with the emotional essence of many scenes, 'Nightcrawler' is a provocative, turbulent and disturbing investigation into the sociopathic mind, elevated by a standout heart-stopping performance from Jake Gyllenhaal.… Expand

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alangeeNov 1, 2014

Very creepy movie. Jake Gyllenhaal is outstanding and Rene Russo is very good too. But the movie itself was a tad on the slow side and took forever to kick into gear. And even when it did pick up its pace, it was a little too predictable forVery creepy movie. Jake Gyllenhaal is outstanding and Rene Russo is very good too. But the movie itself was a tad on the slow side and took forever to kick into gear. And even when it did pick up its pace, it was a little too predictable for my liking.… Expand

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sanyrubJun 20, 2015

Very interesting and disturbing film which takes the essence of part of our society to extremes to prove a point. The film is pretty different to most of the films out there and Jake Gyllenhaal is fantastic in the role. He totally disappearsVery interesting and disturbing film which takes the essence of part of our society to extremes to prove a point. The film is pretty different to most of the films out there and Jake Gyllenhaal is fantastic in the role. He totally disappears in the character and gives one of his best performances to date, the best for many. He is definitely on a roll lately, after Prisoners, Enemy and a couple of upcoming very attractive films. He hadn´t enjoyed such acclaim since the Brokeback Mountain days. However, as good as this is, it lacks that push or x-factor that would make the film worth of an 8 or a 9. Hopefully we will get better and better bodies of work from this director.… Expand

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TheApplegnomeJan 2, 2015

Nightcrawler is a great thriller movie that’s highly original, and it’s the desire for having a basic job and the success that follows that truly makes this movie incredible.

The first great aspect of this movie is the main character;Nightcrawler is a great thriller movie that’s highly original, and it’s the desire for having a basic job and the success that follows that truly makes this movie incredible.

The first great aspect of this movie is the main character; Louis Bloom, he’s annoying but surprisingly funny. Jake Gyllenhaal is a fantastic actor and I have never seen him so passionate as in Nightcrawler. You can really feel the main character and his strive for success. It’s very entertaining to watch all the risky choices he takes. Therefor is this movie not boring. It’s fun to see media from a different point of view. That’s one of the aspects that I really love about Nightcrawler. Other great things are of course the great soundtrack and the action sequences, and the movie is overall better than what I expected. It’s also an almost flawless movie!

The only thing that bothers me is the ending. It’s a bit to rash and I expected more from it. But it’s still a great film and one of the best of 2014.

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moviemitch96Oct 31, 2014

In this fun and exciting crime thriller, Jake Gyllenhaal plays a motivated crime journalist hired by a TV station to document crime scenes and murders. The result is easily yet another tour de force lead performance from him. His acting alongIn this fun and exciting crime thriller, Jake Gyllenhaal plays a motivated crime journalist hired by a TV station to document crime scenes and murders. The result is easily yet another tour de force lead performance from him. His acting along with the great action and car chase scenes throughout made for an overall entertaining experience. Despite some slow moments, they're easily made up for through the film's brilliant acting and writing, as well as an intriguing story with great action. Definitely check this one out if you're a fan of Gyllenhaal or if you just flat out want to see one hell of a cool movie!… Expand

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Voodoo123May 9, 2021

Spend 2 hours watching a sociopathic, thieving entropenour crawl his way to success as he attempts to capture gruesome crime and accidents across la. Great cast with decent cinematography limited only by the basic plot.

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Brent_MarchantDec 21, 2014

A creepy, quirky thriller that, despite some pacing issues early on, delivers an entertaining mix of drama, comedy and insightful commentary about the state of today's media. Superb performances by Jake Gyllenhaal and Rene Russo help toA creepy, quirky thriller that, despite some pacing issues early on, delivers an entertaining mix of drama, comedy and insightful commentary about the state of today's media. Superb performances by Jake Gyllenhaal and Rene Russo help to elevate this film to a level that might not have been attained with lesser talent. Not for everyone, to be sure, but those who appreciate offbeat fare will certainly enjoy this one.… Expand

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SSKellyHulseDec 29, 2014

Jake Gyllenhall gives a top notch performance and totally gives you the creeps! And Renee Russo gives a superb performance that we haven't seen from her since Get Shorty. Where has she been, she's wonderful! Action packed and funny at times,Jake Gyllenhall gives a top notch performance and totally gives you the creeps! And Renee Russo gives a superb performance that we haven't seen from her since Get Shorty. Where has she been, she's wonderful! Action packed and funny at times, overall I would recommend you see this movie for sure!… Expand

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pesho_oneJan 7, 2015

Really entertaining. I was impressed by almost all the main characters, because they were convincing. Both the dialog and the emotional intensity rings true throughout the movie. As if you can feel all of their motivations and fears. And thisReally entertaining. I was impressed by almost all the main characters, because they were convincing. Both the dialog and the emotional intensity rings true throughout the movie. As if you can feel all of their motivations and fears. And this is what makes it a winner. On top of that the script is developed very well and keeps you interested. I do think this movie deserves high score and I may easily miss-score it a little as 7.5 or even 8 sounds more appropriate. Anyway... it is certainly a good one!… Expand

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vanessaspencerDec 3, 2014

Nightcrawler is a really great movie. Jake Gyllenhaal plays the role of a psychopathic journalist who will stop at nothing for his career. I love that. I am also into journalism myself and recommend this movie to others who have the sameNightcrawler is a really great movie. Jake Gyllenhaal plays the role of a psychopathic journalist who will stop at nothing for his career. I love that. I am also into journalism myself and recommend this movie to others who have the same interest, and even to others who are not into that sort of thing, it is just a really good movie too watch. Very interesting throughout the whole movie.… Expand

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newfilmNov 11, 2014

Night crawler is its own animal. It does not resort the to the typical archs and storylines that so many other hollywood films do. You walk away with a serious, topical and important issue that journalism as a whole is faced with.

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Gennifer11Dec 9, 2014

Definitely an interesting movie. It is very slow at the beginning but it gets interesting eventually with the ending making you scratch your head. It wasn't the best but its way better than nothing.

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HotelCentralFeb 1, 2016

An entertaining film, in part because it delves into the grotesque and graphically violent, and also because it breaks the typical mold with a main character who is not likable but is singularly driven to achieve his "career goals." AndAn entertaining film, in part because it delves into the grotesque and graphically violent, and also because it breaks the typical mold with a main character who is not likable but is singularly driven to achieve his "career goals." And indeed this film gives whole new worlds of credibility to the studies that indicate a great many businesses are piloted by people who are certifiable sociopaths who would happily throw their employees in front of a speeding freight train just to earn a few bucks.… Expand

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cliftonrainAug 10, 2015

After seeing this movie I thought to myself its gonna be a instant classic. though its most faved by older viewers. When I went to the theatre it was filled with older men and older women. Jake Gyllenhaal's best movie since prisoners.

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trustyslothJan 8, 2018

Possibly, the best performance in Gyllenhaals career as creep Lou Bloom. He carries the movie all the way through. That, and the literal look of it makes Nightcrawler more than a simple story. It just lacks depth in the script.

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glommanOct 19, 2022

It's quite astonishing to see the fabrics of capitalism enabling someone like Lou to support his morally deviant ambitions. He's acting rationally, he's acting how the system demands him to act, he wants to get big, be the best version ofIt's quite astonishing to see the fabrics of capitalism enabling someone like Lou to support his morally deviant ambitions. He's acting rationally, he's acting how the system demands him to act, he wants to get big, be the best version of himself after all. He's a prime caricature of today's self-help guides and influencers, that seek a negotiation and a business opportunity in every conversation. Lou is barely human anymore, he is just a tool. He's the product of capitalism thought to its very end, at least on an individual level.
Yet the movie itself kinda lost me in the end, everything is vague and the ending was bitter, but didn't have any subversion or punch to it.
Still a very watchable movie, I was at the edge of my seat and even found myself laughing at times.… Expand

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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021

The script and Gyllenhaal's performance are both award deserving. Not a masterpiece but definitely a great movie.

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benburkeJul 8, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very disturbing with an interesting message. The main character is a mentally ill person who is trying to make a living. It just so happens that he crosses lines and turns the movie into something to think about next time you see the news. The morality of news is questioned in this film… Expand

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jackctierney05Apr 20, 2022

This is a film about a heartless sociopath who goes to extensively dangerous lengths in his crime and accident filming career to earn big money and to earn the respect of a certain lady and news broadcasting company. This man is emotionallyThis is a film about a heartless sociopath who goes to extensively dangerous lengths in his crime and accident filming career to earn big money and to earn the respect of a certain lady and news broadcasting company. This man is emotionally unshakable, relentlessly determined, yet witty and smart, weaving his way through many opposers that are attempting to bring his job down. He will lie, scheme, and dodge his way through the journey of his career in a seemingly deceptive matter in order to be self-sufficient and successful. Jake Gyllenhaal plays an outstanding performance as Lewis, and implants on the mind such an unforgettable face. I am genuinely satisfied with this thriller because of it's gritty concept and talented acting.… Expand

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GrabussAug 18, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie was pretty... interesting?... in the middle of watching the movie I had a weird feeling watching it because of the main character, i can see that there's something wrong with him. His odd behaviour, smilling in the weirdest moments, and when he broke the "rivals" car and in the end the same guy crashed, he just had no emotions... No regrets, just nothing... And the stare when he was looking at his "rival" with critical condition while he was getting sent into the ambulance, i still have this cold stare on my mind, the same situation when in the end his coworker was shot because he was stupid enough to go near the car accident that there was a one of the guys with a gun that killed few other people in one of the houses before. In fact the main protagonist instead calling the ambulance, he was normally talking & smirking while the coworker was literally dying in front of him, it's **** crazy.
Ngl but i hate the ending, after all of this he's still free, he didn't go to jail or anything... But Jacob did an amazing performance as a heartless sociopath in this movie, like very amazing. My final rating is 7/10.… Expand

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nicholasbertFeb 1, 2015

I didn't think too much of Nightcrawler, especially after the shower of positive reviews it has gotten, ranging from comparisons with Taxi Driver to praises to the extraordinary acting (by Jake Gullenhaal). I honestly disagree with both theseI didn't think too much of Nightcrawler, especially after the shower of positive reviews it has gotten, ranging from comparisons with Taxi Driver to praises to the extraordinary acting (by Jake Gullenhaal). I honestly disagree with both these examples, in that Nightcrawler doesn't feel at all like Taxi Driver, and Gyllenhaal, although certainly very good, is not "extraordinary".

I would have liked a bit more mystery in the plot and a bit more care into writing the dialogues between characters, especially those where Lou "sells himself", because they don't sound very convincing - and the film obviously wants us to think of him as an outstanding business talker.

On the plus sides, the film has got a splendid photography and colour palette, along with a cool enough sound track. And Gyllenhaal is good, just not the amount of good the reviewers are claiming.… Expand

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psyberdelicMar 11, 2015

Jake Gyllenhaal does a great job of creating a really creepy character. The story is interesting. Having said that I wouldn't want to watch it again because the main character CREEPED ME OUT...! So, good acting, cinematography, writing,Jake Gyllenhaal does a great job of creating a really creepy character. The story is interesting. Having said that I wouldn't want to watch it again because the main character CREEPED ME OUT...! So, good acting, cinematography, writing, etc. but I don't know who I would recommend it to.… Expand

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JamesLDec 9, 2014

This film did not work for me. I found Jake's character to be more like a pushy, immature teenager than a sociopath. He annoyed me rather than disturbed me. They should have found more time for his private relationship with Renee Russo..SheThis film did not work for me. I found Jake's character to be more like a pushy, immature teenager than a sociopath. He annoyed me rather than disturbed me. They should have found more time for his private relationship with Renee Russo..She was a more interesting character than him. You knew how the big finale was going to occur and end up but they made it so implausible that it made me laugh not take it serious. A serious letdown.… Expand

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EdeltraudNov 2, 2014

Good premise and some worthwhile momentsscenes. A great car chase (and I don't even like car chases...this one you want to see on the big screen.)
Lou is sort of interesting for a while, but never becomes intriguing. I can't say this film isGood premise and some worthwhile momentsscenes. A great car chase (and I don't even like car chases...this one you want to see on the big screen.)
Lou is sort of interesting for a while, but never becomes intriguing. I can't say this film is any better than the usual thriller (Seven, Basic Instinct, Disturbia, Insomnia) -- hardly a breakout out movie. Still, the subject matter was fun and certainly on point.
I saw a review that said this could be Jake's big break back to starring in movies, after a lull. (The same reviewer called him handsome...hmmm...nope.) Can't see it -- more likely, like Tony Perkins, he's such a weirdo in this he'll get pigeon-holed as a creep.… Expand

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Wexford_CNov 9, 2014

Was very disappointed with this given the hype, the story line is poor and not very interesting. Lacks any suspense or twist that it needed and is very predictable.

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lomeliApr 27, 2015

Don't buy into the hype on this one, Nightcrawler is just a mediocre character study of a hackneyed, Norman Bates-type character masquerading as some profound social commentary regarding media sensationalism and the American Dream/capitalismDon't buy into the hype on this one, Nightcrawler is just a mediocre character study of a hackneyed, Norman Bates-type character masquerading as some profound social commentary regarding media sensationalism and the American Dream/capitalism at its most amoral. While Gyllenhaal gives it his all in what some would consider the most compelling performance of his career, I never entirely bought into his character because he was essentially an amalgam of every other brooding, reclusive sociopath in cinema history, and he was all too familiar a character to even remotely pique my interest. Nightcrawler is a film that teeters uncomfortably between being realistic and illogical throughout, with vague social commentary jammed somewhere in between. It seemed like the score was absent for over half the movie's duration, but it flutters in occasionally (and awkwardly, I might add) to remind the audience of its existence. Director Dan Gilroy also demands that the audience revel in the inhumanity depicted on screen, and is so focused upon unsettling the audience, that any message he may be trying to convey is completely diluted by this forced grittiness. This film pales in comparison to Gone Girl in all respects.… Expand

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JamesDefoeJul 3, 2020

This movie does a few things right, but two big things wrong. The set up is incompatible with the delivery and it should be longer to finish in a proper way for a movie that has a protagonist such as this one.

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Tss5078Oct 18, 2015

There was a huge buzz on the internet about this film, because of Jake Gyllenhaal's outstanding performance, but a great performance doesn't always make for a great film. Louis Bloom (Gyllenhaal) is down on his luck, he drives an old car,There was a huge buzz on the internet about this film, because of Jake Gyllenhaal's outstanding performance, but a great performance doesn't always make for a great film. Louis Bloom (Gyllenhaal) is down on his luck, he drives an old car, lives in an disgusting apartment, and doesn't have a job. He drives around at night looking for ways to earn money, when he comes across a film crew taping a crime scene. It seems like easy money, so Bloom goes out, gets a camera, and starts filming the police himself, only, he doesn't follow the same rules that the others do. I will not dispute that Gyllenhaal was terrific, but his character was beyond annoying. Louis Bloom is this O.C.D. guy, who is constantly rambling and talking to himself, something that basically ruins the whole film. This guy gets so annoying it's to the point of frustrating. On top of that, it takes a long time for anything substantial to happen. I was really looking forward to seeing this film and was impressed by how far Jake Gyllenhaal has come, but despite it's looming cult classic label, I found this film to just be one frustrating scene after another. Critics are willing to give films like this four stars and tell you it's a must see, because of an Oscar worthy performance, but what's really the point of seeing something that most people aren't going to want to sit through? Similar to Citizen Kane, it's got a great reputation, but don't let that fool you, this is one of the most nerve racking films I've ever sat through and to be honest, I'm sorry I did.… Expand

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analogkid280Nov 4, 2014

Well this is Jake Gyllenhaal's acting baby and he does a great job. I think that he should get an Oscar nomination for creating a new narcissistic creepy negotiator but not win the award. That character I found extremely interesting for theWell this is Jake Gyllenhaal's acting baby and he does a great job. I think that he should get an Oscar nomination for creating a new narcissistic creepy negotiator but not win the award. That character I found extremely interesting for the first quarter of this movie and as the film goes on it grew increasingly predictable. Most the supporting cast are cookie cutter characters and add little other than to give the lead something to push against. The people following up on his tail are about as qualified as some keystone cops. Most of all I must apologize because I just was not buying it. The whole thing. the suspension of belief for this film just left me in the dust. I am not even in the law enforcement or news industries and I can tell you this guy would not be walking the streets if this had anything to do with any kind of reality. The police scanners he uses were out of date back in the 1980's. The whole movie might of made a good Law And Order episode. Unfortunately it is stretched out to a full length film.… Expand

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ariel84Jan 17, 2015

the opening shots had me expecting a lot more from this movie. while gyllenhaal is good, his character doesn't creep out the way i would've expected. his literalness is blackly funny, but works against his turning into an immoral slimeball.the opening shots had me expecting a lot more from this movie. while gyllenhaal is good, his character doesn't creep out the way i would've expected. his literalness is blackly funny, but works against his turning into an immoral slimeball. didn't buy his power plays over nina. i liked the movie. don't know why it's getting so many glowing user reviews.… Expand

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chrismovieguyNov 19, 2014

Ok well I went to see this movie not really knowing for. Sure exactly what it was really and I must say I only watched about half an hour of this movie before I got a ticket to see big hero 6 instead this movie was wayyyyyyy too slow pacedOk well I went to see this movie not really knowing for. Sure exactly what it was really and I must say I only watched about half an hour of this movie before I got a ticket to see big hero 6 instead this movie was wayyyyyyy too slow paced not like the trailer at all it might have gotten better but I wasn't giving it any more of my very valuable time sorry if you liked it and are offended by this review but my god "move already "like I Sayed very slow my personal thoughts… Expand

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StevesitzFeb 16, 2015

I agree with the majority in thinking this movie was amazing looking, had great acting and defiantly set a tone; but in the end I really don't think a story was even told. At first it seems like the plot takes off very quickly but then itI agree with the majority in thinking this movie was amazing looking, had great acting and defiantly set a tone; but in the end I really don't think a story was even told. At first it seems like the plot takes off very quickly but then it keeps that tone through the very end and it's like a story was never even told. I not sure how else to describe how this movie makes you feel, but in the end it's not good. I usually love these kinds of movies but for me this missed the mark by miles and left me questioning what I just watched.… Expand

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zuereuzMar 31, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The acting from jake glynenhall in this movie is amazing his play lou bloom to perection but other than that the film was bland and predictable the character development was almost 0 all we knew about rick is he is homeless and thats all and all we knew about lou is that he has some serious issues also from my opinion he seemed quie autisctic either way the film was sub par but the acting was oscar worthy from glynenhall… Expand

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Jaredc324Jan 26, 2022

Wtf was that. A guy like this shouldn't have a happy ending. **** ending as far as I'm concernened. The movie doesn't encite any reason why this guy is sociopathic. We're just expected to go along, but even in the most sociopathicWtf was that. A guy like this shouldn't have a happy ending. **** ending as far as I'm concernened. The movie doesn't encite any reason why this guy is sociopathic. We're just expected to go along, but even in the most sociopathic characters, there's some humanity that made them that way. I think the filmmakers missed the truth of the movie and i wish went for something more daring. Instead they scapegoated and sold out for something safe. Nightcrawler is an exciting wannabe attempt at a nifty thriller. But falls flat on its ass and leaves you with nothing to chew on.… Expand

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MarickMar 5, 2015

I'm just disappointed with this film. I think that is a much better made and more interesting.********************************************************

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