Nightcrawler
Nightcrawler
When Lou Bloom, desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story. Aiding him in his effort is Nina, a TV-news veteran.
Hipster ZOMBIE reviewedFebruary 24, 2025
Jake Gyllenhaal plays a opportunistic ambulance chaser who will stop at nothing to get ghastly film footage to sell to the local news. Gyllenhaal delivers one of his career-defining performances, embodying Lou with an eerie intensity that makes him both fascinating and terrifying. His character’s relentless ambition and lack of empathy drive the film forward, creating a disturbing yet captivating character study. Beyond its thriller elements, Nightcrawler serves as a biting critique of modern media, exposing how the pursuit of ratings can blur the lines between news and entertainment. It forces the audience to question their own complicity in a culture that rewards shock value over integrity.