Religion is hardly referenced in today's movies, which is why I was surprised to see a picture of Jesus on a wall of the Clutter's home. Then a lawyer read from the Holy Bible and recited Genesis 9:6. It doesn't get much more prophetic than that. Brooks briefly mentions having an evangelistic tone about him in an interview.
Director Richard Brooks simultaneously showed Perry Smith's father on the left reminiscing about the good old times with his son while the picture from years ago filled up the right portion of the shot (showing and telling helps reinforce the moment).
Though the actors are clearly well chosen, I still don't think they match up to Philip Seymour Hoffman's astounding performance in Capote.
In my opinion, investigative reporting has not nearly lost its appeal, but has become a major focus of entertainment in the media. CSI NY&Miami, House, Law and Order, Desperate Housewives, 60 Minutes, Hawaii 5-0 are some shows that are heavily involved with investigative material--even if they do not directly involve journalism.
Our friend Bob Woodward spoke at Tufts University this April about the need for investigative journalism.
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