a mighty heart

we all know, plot-wise, how it ends, but the way the search for Daniel and his kidnappers unfolds is fascinating, and Mariane Pearl's attitude throughout and take on terrorism is inspiring. it's no surprise this is a great film with Michael Winterbottom at the helm, but Angelina Jolie really outdoes herself in this one. watching this on the day that an AUSA here in Puerto Rico died led to some serious reflection on mortality. let me state unequivocally that I am happy to be alive.