A Most Violent Year

There was something about the plot that didn't ring true and I can't put my finger on it. The film is well acted, particularly by Issac. It is well directed. The sets are just right. The script though seems formulaic in places and the actors expected to speak stilted dialogue. For most of the film the pace is just too slow. I am not sure why it was given so many plaudits as it becomes a film that is only just a bit above average, hence my score. I would have given 6.5 if it was possible.