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 The characters have the personality of a Casini speech, making everything simply didactic. Boredom is the only possible reaction.

 Bigelow, stripped of her unforgivable auteur temptations, reveals herself for what she is: a Tony Scott in heels.

The review expresses disappointment in Kathryn Bigelow's Zero Dark Thirty, describing it as a tedious and clichéd spy thriller lacking engaging characters or fresh storytelling. Despite Jessica Chastain's talent, the film feels cold and didactic, failing to stir empathy or excitement. It compares unfavorably to similar Oscar contenders like Argo. The director is likened to a toned-down Tony Scott, underscoring the film's lack of originality. Discover why Zero Dark Thirty missed the mark despite its gripping subject—read the full review and see if it’s your kind of thriller.