Review of Network (1976) by Lewis C — 28 Mar 2011
"We're not a respectable network. We're a whorehouse network, and we have to take whatever we can get.".
Network is one of those movies that just grabs you. There's no better way to describe it. It's the rare kind of intelligent movie with a point that also more than delivers the entertainment value.
I don't think it's perfect, however. The story has two main connected threads, and I found the main one far more interesting than the side-plot/love story. I understand how the two aspects reflect each other and converge near the end to reinforce the point of the movie, but that doesn't change the fact that it gave me the feeling that Network was slightly uneven.
Still, this movie is worth watching for a variety of reasons, including great performances by Peter Finch and Faye Dunaway, some excellent writing, and its commentary on television that's more relevant today than ever.
This review of Network (1976) was written by Lewis C on 28 Mar 2011.
Network has generally received very positive reviews.
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