Through *Nightcrawler* Dan Gilroy creates a psychological thriller that shows how society sacrifices human compassion when chasing sensational moments for their news coverage. Under the chaotic Los Angeles nighttime the film showcases a society which prioritizes breaking news entertainment above ethical values. The suspenseful heart of the city permeates throughout the movie until viewers experience its unsettling feeling.
Through his portrayal of Lou Bloom in a mesmerizing fashion Jake Gyllenhaal conveys the film’s characters who moves towards unethical ambition while displaying an unsettling charm. At the point when Lou starts publishing footage of violence for financial gain his audience should question the boundaries of their moral ethics. The screenplay displays sharp dialogue and dark humor to depict profit-driven media reality thus leading viewers to think about their media intake.
The character Nina portrayed by Rene Russo opposes Lou through her role to show the multifaceted connection between people’s goals and their ethical principles. Sound effects and measured timing throughout the film generate a tense atmosphere which keeps spectators feeling uneasy throughout. The movie leaves an unclear impact on Lou’s effect on others at its conclusion yet it encourages viewers to closely examine how ambition plays out in modern society.
