matter of fact,today i would say this film rates as a 'must-own' if there is such a category.WOW......not only is "syriana" one of the strongest and revealing movies regarding the world in which we live today,but it's equally riveting and entertaining as well.complex;this film is best left for a time when you can really sit and get into the story,less distractions.....i ended up purchasing this movie and watching it a couple different times over the following week.not because i had to,but the disturbing relevence of this movie based on a true story-about the oil industry,it's pawns,and their lives-made me want to.