In 1977, Tony Kiritsis, portrayed by Bill Skarsgård, decided to enact his own version of justice by kidnapping the son of a mortgage company executive he believed had financially ruined him. Richard, played by Dacre Montgomery, was already an adult with a family when he was forcibly removed from his home with a shotgun attached to his head. The situation escalated as they stole a police vehicle and drove to his apartment, which was rigged with explosives. Tony intended to hold Richard captive until he received $5 million and a formal apology from M.L. Hall, whom he held responsible for his problems. Simultaneously, Fred Temple, the affable local radio host played by Colman Domingo, found himself unexpectedly asked to mediate the situation as Tony contacted him. It seemed unlikely that he could prevent things from turning violent. The film draws inspiration from actual occurrences, yet director Gus Van Sant skillfully maintains a sense of suspense throughout. Al Pacino appears in only a few scenes and leaves a mark as a particularly unpleasant figure, but the movie largely belongs to Skarsgård, who effectively balances between portraying a madman and someone seeking retribution. He’s aided by a strong script that allows him to waver uncertainly while attempting to outwit investigating detective “Grable,” played by Cary Elwes in an understated role. The film begins with considerable energy and maintains a consistent level of tension until the conclusion, which leaves viewers feeling emotionally complex. With its authentic 1970s aesthetic, it's definitely worth seeing.

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