An amazing movie!

Rating: 10/10 (10 August 2002)

*SPOILER, TAKE HEED*
I read a few comments from some of you. I didn't think I would like this movie. I couldn't stand Russell Crowe-or I guess I just bought into what the press said about him. When I walked out of the theater with a friend, we were just shaking our heads. I couldn't believe just how terrific the film was. Russell Crowe has a fan for life in me. His performance is so textured and right on. I think when you are lucky enough to see a performance like that, you realize why movies are made in the first place. I am so happy for Ron Howard;I remember him most as Richie Cunningham. I simply was astounded by this directorial turn. So So different from anything else he has ever done. My friend and I so badly wanted to believe that John Nash was okay that we kept on hoping he wasn't having delusions. Now that's a treat. When a director and actor can make you care that much. I was very disappointed that Russell Crowe did not win the Academy Award. Not that it matters all that much, politics and all. But, when I have had friends say to me, "Okay, now I like that Crowe character!" all because I recommended that movie. Well, that says it all. One of my all-time favorites!