Across the Universe is AMAZING!

Rating: Null/10 (20 October 2007)

When it comes to The Beatles I'm usually a purist. Meaning I steer clear from those who would cover, imitate, or otherwise copy their work. BUT, Julie Taymor and the cast of Across The Universe have proved me WRONG. This film is a fresh and visually engaging voyage into The Beatles music as told through the characters in the story. The song selection was perfect, and the cover tunes ideal in terms of the selection for which cast member is chosen to sing each particular tune. Jude (Jim Sturgess) finds his groove early and Evan Rachel Wood (Lucy) is as captivating as she is beautiful. I was shocked to discover that she was only 20 years old. And was shocked once again to discover that she is hooking up with Marilyn Manson. But you gotta give a guy his props. Nice catch. Joe Anderosn (Max) fits nicely into the visual puzzle, and the cameo by Selma Hyack was well placed. Hello Nurse. Basically, I can't say enough good things about the movie and will wait anxiously for it to arrive on DVD.