This film is probably one of the best written screenplays ever put onto the screen. The fact that these characters never see how obsessed they are about ratings. The only sane person in this movie is Peter Finch's character, Walter Beale. Dunaway is absolutely stunning as the insane Diana, as well as William Holden's Max. Also probably one of the blackest comedies ever made, the ending is so ironic! And the acting is superb. Don't believe me- just look at Max's wife Louise and the speech she gives him. Beatrice Straight won an Oscar for only being on screen for 5 minutes! But the screenplay alone is what makes this film incredibly enjoyable! On my top 20 list.
