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The decentralized blockhain ledger would verify that the initial demand had occurred and the program would compel performance by filing the stipulation without human intervention.

The directorial debut of Oscar - winning screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, the film features compelling performances by Jessica Chastain as Bloom and Idris Elba as her lawyer.

Not exact matches

Critics Consensus: Inscrutably strange, yet undeniably compelling, Arizona Dream is anchored by magnetic performances from Johnny Depp and Faye Dunaway.

His career consistently overshadowed by that of his Brat Packer older brother, actor Chad Lowe has nevertheless endured to deliver numerous compelling performances in both television and film.

Part gentle comedy, part perceptive, Cassavetian blue - collar character study, it's also tellingly poignant despite it's shaggy - dog style structure fair riveted together by Buscemi's compelling central performance.

Director Stanley Kubrick, working from a script cowritten with Calder Willingham and Jim Thompson, kicks Paths of Glory off with an admittedly less - than - engrossing stretch, as the movie boasts (or suffers from) a somewhat talky first act that doesn't contain much in the way of compelling elements - although, by that same token, it's clear that the film benefits substantially from Kubrick's stellar directorial choices and a host of above - average performances.

The performances by Josef Kroner and Ida Kaminska are as compelling as actors can be, and the direction by Jan Kadar and Elmar Klos is blithe and compelling.

The narrative is funny, tense and compelling, while the performances by Robbie and Janney are award - worthy.

And while Farrell is admittedly quite good as the smooth, charismatic Jerry, Yelchin is simply unable to become the compelling protagonist that the narrative clearly requires - with the actor's less - than - engrossing performance matched by an underwhelmingly bland supporting cast (eg Toni Collette, playing Charley's concerned mother, is hopelessly wasted here).

Although the film carefully dodges some YA bildungsroman cliches and is bolstered by such compelling performances from its leads, I couldn't help but feel that the story that's left is somewhat underwhelming.

There are plenty of talented components to this cast, and most every one of them has his or her time to shine, even such much too briefly present forces as episodes 1's Martin Sheen - who nails both Irish - American accent and depth of the good - hearted slaver who comes to find flaws in the traditions he has had to follow - and episode 3's Richard Jenkin, who effectively despicable in his audacious portrayal of a despicable radical racist who is as willing to die as he is to kill to preserve his questionable sense of order - and plenty of other people in between, from the compelling Dennis Haysbert to the charming Danny Glover, so you know that it's saying something to proclaim that leading lady Halle Berry is this series» strongest performance, delivering on powerful layers and emotional range in her engrossing portrayal of a mulatto who is trapped in society by her mixed race, and will face many unbearable hardships that will test her innocence and humanity.

The inherently compelling premise, coupled with stellar performances from the three stars, goes a long way towards keeping things interesting throughout the (admittedly overlong) running time, with the expanded - from - a-short-film feel generally allayed by the sinister escalation that's been hardwired into the proceedings (ie it's obvious this is all heading in a decidedly less - than - savory direction).

Fathom Events and Greg Laurie present the compelling documentary, Steve McQueen: American Icon, including a special message from Greg Laurie and performance by MercyMe, in select cinemas nationwide on Thursday, September 28 only.

Jordan's Eric «Killmonger» Stevens is easily the most compelling and sympathetic Marvel Studios film baddie since Loki (and, arguably, the best MCU antihero yet), thanks to a combination of smart writing and an engaging performance by Jordan.

More of an interesting thesis than a compelling drama, but it's anchored by Rains» sturdy performance as a man whose open - minded curiosity about his new home disengages his natural wariness, for both better and worse.

The six - part miniseries boasts a fantastic lead performance from Oscar Isaacs and great supporting turns by Catherine Keener, Winona Ryder and Alfred Molina, but unfortunately, it just isn't as compelling as Simon's previous work.

Runaway Horse is suspended by great performances, but lacks charm and fails to be emotionally compelling.

It's just too bad the character isn't fleshed out more, particularly when it comes to his motives, because Clarke gives such an honest and truly frightening performance that if you were compelled by Stenz's goals, you would have felt the threat that much more.

Director Terry George's adaptation of the John Burnham Schwartz novel Reservation Road is a thoughtful and often compelling drama about grief, anger and revenge featuring strong lead performances by Joaquin Phoenix and Mark Ruffalo as two fathers whose lives are irrevocably linked and altered one fateful night.

It's quite a good performance by DiCaprio but overall the film is not that compelling and, unfortunately, is too long.

Rating: 8/10 — a recreation of the kidnapping in 1973 of John Paul Getty III (Charlie Plummer), and the subsequent attempts by his mother, Gail (Williams), to persuade his grandfather (Christopher Plummer) to pay the ransom, something the then world's richest man refuses to do; Scott's best movie in years, All the Money in the World is a taut, compelling thriller that tells its story with ruthless expediency and features yet another commanding performance from Williams, something that takes the spotlight away from the presence of Christopher Plummer (who's good but not great), and which serves as a reminder that money isn't the central concern here, but a mother's unwavering love for her child.

Though unrealistically naive, Brad remains compelling through a nuanced performance by Sam Rockwell.

Jennifer Merin: Brilliant performances by Julianne Moore and Ellen Page set fire to this compelling truth - based drama about a terminally ill police officer who is determined that her same sex partner receive her pension.

Though «Queen of Katwe» ultimately gets by on the strength of its performances, namely David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong» o and newcomer Madina Nalwanga, the movie isn't quite as compelling or memorable as it probably should be.

It's a compelling film about determination, rebirth and taking the road less traveled featuring a terrific performance by Reese Witherspoon.

This shattering period drama's Movie - of - the - Week feel is elevated by Cumming's powerful performance and a compelling social commentary.

Meanwhile, the unexpected gem of the festival was «Locke,» a showcase for the fine performance of Tom Hardy, and some assured direction by Steven Knight, who bounced back from middlingly received debut «Hummingbird» with a bold and compelling drama.

It has an incredibly compelling mystery at its heart, it's filled with nuanced performances by amazing actors, and it looks unbelievably fantastic.

No need to worry though, as the compelling story and epic performance by Matthew McConaughey will make viewers forget all about those pesky black bars.

Heightened by striking performances from the mostly inexperienced cast, and an impressive sense of aesthetic from Tsangari that warrants comparison to the works of Sofia Coppola, the contemplative and quietly compelling film mirrors the protagonists path from the curious to the creative.

But for all the heartbreak that pumps through it, Kenneth Lonergan's ambitious third feature isn't some miserable slog: Anchored by a career - best performance from Affleck, who achieves the herculean feat of making emotional unavailability compelling, Manchester By The Sea is often as flat - out funny as it is wrenchinby a career - best performance from Affleck, who achieves the herculean feat of making emotional unavailability compelling, Manchester By The Sea is often as flat - out funny as it is wrenchinBy The Sea is often as flat - out funny as it is wrenching.

Amazon showed Gus Van Sant's newest work, Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot, the compelling biopic of quadriplegic cartoonist John Callahan, which features layered performances by Oscar nominees Joaquin Phoenix, Jonah Hill, and Rooney Mara.

What follows is a search for meaning that meanders between comedy and tragedy, anchored by Gleeson's most compelling performance yet as a shepherd doomed to spend his (potentially) final days tending a flock of black sheep.

Joining Gabriel Byrne, Debra Winger, and Amy Ryan, his performance was lauded as a «revelatory breakthrough» by Variety, «brilliant» by the Chicago Sun Times, as well as the season's «most compelling client» by Entertainment Weekly.

«We were all captivated by the compelling performances and the expert craftsmanship of Sean Durkin,» said Gilula and Utley.

The film, co-written by Boyle and Simon Beaufoy, who won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for Slumdog Millionaire, is inspired by Ralston's memoir, «Between a Rock and a Hard Place,» and features a compelling, Oscar worthy performance by James Franco.

Wild, director Jean - Marc Vallee's impressive follow - up to last year's Dallas Buyer's Club is a compelling film about determination, rebirth and taking the road less traveled featuring a fearless lead performance by Reese Witherspoon and a strong supporting turn by Laura...

These moments, beautifully acted in quietly intense performances by Michael Shannon, Douglas Ligon, and Barlow Jacobs, prove more compelling than the central narrative.

Given the absolutely compelling, quiet but richly nuanced performance by Srinivasan — a professional stage actress from Chennai, India — you can imagine it being a thoroughly satisfying film in just those terms.

Excellent performances, with interesting twists on the original film, and compelling direction by THE FUGITIVE's Andrew Davis highlight this intruiging suspense film.

Other highlights from 2016 (and also must see films) have included the very informative and poignant documentary, «Maya Angelou and Still I Rise,» by Rita Coburn Whack and Bob Hercules; Mick Jackson's «Denial,» the gripping Holocaust denial tale with compelling performances from Rachel Weisz and Timothy Spall; Paul Verhoeven's «Elle,» with its great Isabelle Huppert performance; the remarkably thoughtful sci - fi film, «Arrival,» by Denis Villeneuve; Tom Ford's «Nocturnal Animals,» with its outstanding performances from Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Shannon; David Mackenzie's «Hell or High Water,» this summer's sleeper hit; Cristian Mungiu's «Graduation,» winner of the Best Director prize at Cannes; and Cristi Puiu's «Sieranevada,» winner of the top prize at this year's Chicago International Film Festival.

The intensity of his performance in Paul Thomas Anderson's Phantom Thread is electrifying, and he breathes compelling life into the role of a self - absorbed workaholic who is by turns odious and pathetic.

This looks quite impressive, with what seems to be an exceptional lead performance by Arterton in a very complex and compelling turn as this unhappy woman, looking for an «escape».

The intimate and sensual picture also features yet another terrific performance by 14 - year - old Elle Fanning, who is quickly becoming the most compelling teenage actor working in movies today.

It's a solid setup that's employed to consistently engrossing effect by director Matthew Saville, as the filmmaker does a superb job of establishing the various characters and setting the familiar yet compelling storyline into motion - with the movie's compulsively watchable vibe heightened by a string of stellar performances.

Movie review of «Only Yesterday»: This typically gorgeous 1991 Studio Ghibli release is making its U.S. debut, overdubbed in English and featuring a compelling vocal performance by Daisy Ridley.

There's little doubt that Albert Nobbs fares best in its opening half hour, as Garcia does a superb job of initially establishing this very specific time and place - with the inherently compelling atmosphere heightened by Close's consistently riveting performance.

Fortunately, Geddes is able to create a compelling small scale epic drama with a strong performance by it's lead actor Mark Gibson as Edward Young.

Basic Instinct is, for the most part, a compelling whodunit anchored by strong lead performances.

Anchored by a pair of phenomenal lead performances, The Girl in the Park is a sporadically overwrought but mostly compelling film concerning the disappearance of a young girl from a public park.