Blood Diamond (2006)

I agree, DeCaprio is fantastic in this role; deserving of the many accolades piled upon him from the critics. Much more violent and action packed than I expected. Something I always appreciate. But at the same time, the story was rich and layered, making for a very watchable film. Great supporting performances too.

As for the political and social messages: they didn't bother me. In fact, I felt they made some good points, even if they were overly dramatized.

Rating: B-