A film for film fans NOT JUST Eminem fans

Rating: Null/10 (13 February 2003)

I see by looking on this site that "8 Mile" has already received some bad reports. To criticise this film to me is very poor judgement and is either a result of being one of Eminem's many detractors or just plain bad taste.
To be honest, the film isn't what I expected. Many people had said that this film would not proove Eminem to be a good/bad actor because he was simply playing himself and that he should try playing a REAL acting role. Eminem plays "Rabbit", whether it is based on Eminem or not, with a real understanding for the role. His performance is mature and even if playing yourself it is not that simple just to jump in front of a camera and carry it off.
The story is compelling, the characters are believable, and the soundtrack us truly awesome despite the inclusion of a Macy Gray track.
A huge, huge thumbs up. Watch it.