22 July Review: 5 Ups & 4 Downs

4. The Horrifying, Intense Attack Sequence

Somewhat surprisingly, the 72-minute attack is boiled down to just a 10-minute sequence of the movie, and it's really the only, single aspect of the film that identifiably makes it feel like a Greengrass film.

Unflinchingly harrowing as it refuses to shy away from the brutal violence Breivik wrought on that day, it may prove too upsetting for some to watch, while others may believe it sets an exploitative tone, but it undeniably conveys the horror that was surely felt that day.

Thanks to Greengrass' frantic coverage and the immaculate, piercing sound editing, there's precious little entertaining about the sequence, but it certainly feels like it captures the reality of the scenario with a journalistic authenticity.