...look closer

Rating: Null/10 (30 October 2000)

I knew... when I saw the theatrical trailer a few years ago that this film was going to be one that would remain wedged in film history. All who have seen it speak of it. Those who love it can not stop watching it. Those who hate it can not stop thinking about it. "Sometimes there is...so much beauty in the world...I feel like I can't take it...." The film is a melting pot of emotions, from dark comedy to a descent into the angst of humanity. How many Lester Burnhams are out there, next door to us? How many of us know a girl, blessed with beauty but unaware of it? Look closer.... What is it that you see? It is a very real film, so real that it hurts to think about it. Sam Mendes is full of insight and talent and I can not wait until his next film. I recommend this film to anyone who feels that the world is all bad... look closer. Because beauty is there, subtle and innocent. Look closer.