A Must See Film!

Rating: 10/10 (20 January 2005)

Like a lot of other people, I have heard terrible comments about this film. I never listen to the critics and I'm glad I didn't. This was a fantastic film! I was a bit skeptical thanks to the critics bashing it so badly, but wasn't completely put off and after seeing the trailer, I knew I had to see.
I don't care much for Gladiator. I found it extremely boring, the acting was terrible (apart from Joaquin Phoenix) and it was so overrated. Troy was a fantastic film too, but I definitely know I like this one better.
It really bugs me when these big shot Hollywood writers and directors mess with history and change it to suit their script but this wasn't done with this film.
The acting was incredible. I'm not a huge fan of Colin Farrell. I mean I don't hate him or anything he's just not my favourite but his performance in Alexander was spectacular. I really didn't think he had it in him to play such a character, but he pulled it off. Angelina Jolie was also great in her role since she usually is in most of her roles and me being a long time fan of Val Kilmer, it's nice to see him in a different type of role and, ahem, different appearance. The supporting cast did a great job too aside from Anthony Hopkins which I never thought was spectacular in any of his roles (yes, including Hannibal Lectur).
The length of the film nearly tops 3 hours but I mean who cares? I hate hearing people (mainly critics again) complain that a film is too long. Would they rather important things be left out of the film, just to give them something else to complain about? There were even things in the film that weren't included. That's how much history there is in this epic! I mean you pay $9 for a movie ticket so would you rather pay it for some 80 minute movie that's not worth your money or for a fantastic, long movie that's definitely worth the price? If you still don't believe this film is worth seeing, please check out everyone else's comments and NEVER EVER EVER listen to the critics. They must get paid more to say bad things about films.
This film is a must see movie for all ages and whatever genre you like, this movie will still be for you. You won't regret it. There weren't many people in the theatre when I saw it. I'm 17 and I went with my mum. The rest of the audience were elderly people.
Since this movie didn't do very well at the box office, hopefully it will make back the money from DVD rentals & sales.
A true epic! 10/10