observations

Rating: 1/10 (2 January 2005)

I noticed 95% of the reviews on IMDb are in favor of this film. As opposed to the dismal ratings it received by the general audience or critics. I do not usually base what i see on critics, they are often wrong. I can appreciate the desire for historical accurateness, however in this movie i think it was pushed a bit too far. Certain movies are made to "teach" you, so that you see the movie and also lean something in the process. This movie wasn't billed that way,i doubt the audience really cares or would remember historical fact or details in this movie. Therefore call me insensitive or bigoted or whatever, but the bisexuality was unnecessary. Omiting this detail would have made the movie more enjoyable and would not in any way diminish his role in history, or change the nature of his deeds. It was an unnecessary distraction.People staunchly defend this to preserve historical "accuracy". Alexander is known for what he did on the battlefield not his choice of relationships, I'm sure he would want to be remembered for that anyway. Homosexuality has been an element throughout history, does every movie have to deal with it, no, did this one, i do not think it did. Seems more like a jab at politics than a sincere desire to preserve historical accurateness.