THE GOOD SHEPHERD

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The good shepherd stands with no doubt as a solid production. Its carefully crafted plot is effective in conveing the captivating experience of Edward Wilson (Matt Damon), as he embarks on a path of no return. Through his experience, the film traces the obscure birth of the CIA.

From my personal experiences living internationally and several chances afforded to me to speak with former CIA officers, I have developed a skeptical view of its operations and a non-romantic 007 view of the officers' lives. While it presented their operations as often critical to the international balance and the standing of the U.S. in the world, the film portrays Edward Wilson's experience in a remarkably realistic and somber manner.