Syriana

Topical political thriller explores the lives of a disparate group of people caught up in the far-reaching corruption surrounding the global oil industry. Among those affected are a CIA agent (Oscar-winner George Clooney), an energy analyst (Matt Damon), a Middle Eastern prince (Alexander Siddig), a Washington, D.C., attorney (Jeffrey Wright), and a Texas oil tycoon (Tim Blake Nelson). Top-notch supporting cast includes Chris Cooper, William Hurt, Amanda Peet, and Christopher Plummer. 128 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital Surround stereo; Subtitles: English (SDH), French, Spanish.