The 2013 dramedy American Hustle stars Christian Bale as a con-artist in the late 70's who is forced by an FBI agent to set up a sting operation on corrupt politicians. Film critic Walter Metz takes a closer look for this edition of SIU Reviews.
American Hustle is currently playing at a theater near you.
Walter Metz is the Chair of the SIU Department of Cinema and Photography in the College of Mass Communication and Media Arts.
He is a regular contributor to SIU Reviews.