As a career CIA operative (
George Clooney) begins to uncover the disturbing truth about the work he has devoted his life to, an up-and-coming oil broker (
Matt Damon) faces an unimaginable family tragedy and finds redemption in his partnership with an idealistic Gulf prince (
Alexander Siddig). A corporate lawyer (
Jeffrey Wright) faces a moral dilemma as he finesses the questionable merger of two powerful U.S. oil companies, while across the globe, a disenfranchised Pakistani teenager (
Mazhar Munir) falls prey to the recruiting efforts of a charismatic cleric. Each plays their small part in the vast and complex system that powers the industry, unaware of the explosive impact their lives will have upon the world.
Canadian Connection: Actor
Christopher Plummer.
It was difficult to follow the story line. Great photography and believable acting.
Great movie. Riveting stories. Execellent acting!
Loved it. Had to watch it twice to fully understand it. Will happily watch it a third time. Matt Damon was particularly good.