There's nothing really new about this drama-thriller film Arbitrage but it got all the right ingredients of becoming one of the best thriller films of all time. Mr. Robert Miller (Richard Gere),a multi-millionaire who owns several companies desperately tried to complete a sale before getting noticed on his fraudulent act. He tried to weigh this with his infidelity to a young French-girl who later resulted to a tragic accident. The movie revolves around these two acts that he is trying to walk away from, sacrificing innocent people around him including his family. What I like most about the film is a strong script and genuine acting from the cast. It was unexpectedly moving too, the short scene of Mrs. Miller and her daughter Brooke touched me, and the life of the accomplice Jimmy Grants also added to the great story, creating twist and turn to Robert's fate.
Great mixed stories of infidelity and fraud in a Wallstreet-like setting has set this indie movie a total sold out for people loving its genre. The performances from the cast were outstanding, lead by Richard Gere who should really get an Oscar-nod this time. Susan Sarandon as always as one of the best actresses, she never fails to impress me even in this little role as Gere's wife. I've seen a completely different Brit Marling in this movie compare to her previous role in Another Earth, her work as Gere's smart daughter showcases her real versatility, I'd love to see more of her and hopefully in hugely-produced and widely-distributed ones. Also starred Tim Roth, written and directed by Nicholas Jarecki. This is surely one of my favorite movies of the year, I'm giving it a healthy rating of 4.5/5
