Blu-ray Review – Hidden Agenda

1990's "Hidden Agenda" is a rare film from director Ken Loach that's driven by an almost traditional escalation of suspense. That's not to suggest the picture has been dumbed down in any way, remaining in line with Loach's interests in political and social issues, but it carries a toxic mood that's reminiscent of the conspiracy subgenre of the 1970s, using paranoia as a powerful cinematic weapon. Loach rarely works this conventional, but he wears the focus well, achieving a surprising balance between dramatic tension and community woes as he once again details the volatility of Great Britain. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com