Innovative, original and overlooked.

Rating: Null/10 (5 January 1999)

12 Monkeys is one of the most innovative and original films of the 1990's, yet it was overlooked by most. The story was extremely "deep", the actors were at their best as was the director Terry Gilliam. Yet, come Oscar night the only mention was a best supporting actor nomination for Brad Pitt and a best costume nomination. Even the "anti-Pitt" fans will be amazed at his performance. Bruce Willis leads this superb cast with style. If the Academy Awards truly were based on merit of art and originality, Terry Gilliam would have gotten a Best Director Nominee. In addition, Bruce Willis should have been considered for an Oscar nomination. Had the usual "Oscar boys" (Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks, etc) taken the lead role they certainly would have gotten their nomination. All in all, a great film for those who want an original and well thought out film.