Collective (Colectiv)

THE GIST: A concert is playing in the popular nightclub Colectiv, in Romania, when a fire breaks out. There are no fire exits, so many die right away. Many more end up in the hospital, where subpar conditions result in other deaths. The following scandal, for lack of proper supervision on the part of the authorities and widespread corruption, rocks both the political world and the healthcare system of the entire country.

Nominated for Best International Feature and Best Documentary Oscars, Collective is a very good documentary that plays out like a well written thriller.

It's overall a very good exposé that shines a light on how damaging political corruption can be for a country when it's completely unchecked and pervades virtually every aspect of public life.

THE BOTTOM LINE: If you like documentaries, don't pass this up. A real eye opener.

Grade: 7.5