Anytime anyone makes a movie based on a controversial social or historically important subject, it automatically gives it spot in awards or importance. Although the subject matter in this movie is/was incredibly important to revisit, as a movie I felt it wasn't "Best Movie" worthy. The story telling was overwhelmed by the brutal scenes and sometimes a death or brutal scenes can become a low blow to the crotch. Overall the movie was fragmented and the inclusion of Brad Pitt with his poorly done accent lowered the believability of the story. The best part of the movie was the AMAZING performance by Michael Fassbender as the plantation owner. Michael's performance carries the whole movie and was well worth watching for his spectacular performance. Personally I believe that the movie Gravity was a much better executed movie overall!