Thoughts on Live by Night?

This was rather disappointing. Not that it was terrible, but it wasn't great and had so much potential. When this was first announced I was really excited as this is one of my favorite genres and I've been a big fan of Affleck's directorial efforts. In the end, there was just too much incknsistency. There was a lot good and a lot bad. I think the direction was still good, but the film felt too disjointed. Another rewrite or two on the script would have done wonders. While I don't think Affleck was terrible in the lead role, I think he ultimately would have been better served casting someone else. Not certain who, but Robert Pattinson popped up in my mind as someone that could have nailed it. I thought Cooper and Messina were the highlights of the cast. Also, this definitely deserved some tech noms. Production Design, Costumes, and probably Cinematography.