Just completely beautiful and entrancing. Jolie is wonderful (and understated) as Marianne Pearl, and Marianne’s humanist message comes through loud and clear. Great performances by many unknown actors as the various Pakistani policemen and other journalists. Totally heartbreaking and gut-wrenching, particularly since you know the outcome going in / you’re just waiting for the worst.

2nd best movie I’ve seen this year. Highly recommended. But bring kleenex!!