The Good Shepherd

The Good Shepherd

One thing this movie isn’t is uplifting. Matt Damon stars as one of the founding members of the CIA after the destruction of Nazi Germany. The movie shows us an inside look at the secretive Skull and Bones Society and its connection to all forms of government. I enjoyed the various flashbacks between the two time periods in this movie. And director handles them fairly well

Speaking of the director, Robert De Niro does a wonderful job directing this very serious and thoughtful movie, while Matt Damon proves again that he’s one of the best actors out there in Hollywood. Damon’s character is the type of guy that never speaks up, but is always observing things around him so he can use it later. Note: Look for the retired Joe Pesci to make an appearance as a mob boss. His appearance makes me wish Pesci had stayed into acting. (Rumors are he will return to acting for the Departed 2.)

There are times when the movie feels a little long in some places, and it makes me wonder if Angelina Jolie’s character was even necessary. However, it is a well-made film and I enjoyed it. De Niro should direct more of these types of films.

Grade B

Jason Bourne just sitting and reading the paper.

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Angelina Jolie thinking about Raiding Matt Damon’s Tomb.
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Matt Damon: “Matt Damon.”

Angelina: “So, what do you do for a living?”

Matt Damon: “Matt Damon, Matt Damon.”

Angelina: “Is that all you say?”

Matt Damon: “Ben Affleck?”