Shattered Glass

So here you have it: another object lesson in why popular people suck. The movie certainly makes the case that journalist Stephen Glass was popular with his coworkers--until they found out he was lying about just about everything. The film presents a well-constructed story that starts plainly, then patiently peels away the layers to reveal how far back Glass's deceptions went. It leaves some wiggle room about why Glass did what he did, but while motivation remains obscure, the reality of the damage makes for more than enough compelling viewing. Good craft and fine performances total up to a compelling, at times riveting, film. Definitely one to see.