Brilliant and Beautiful

Rating: 10/10 (27 February 2005)

This movie, Sam Mendes' feature film debut, is an amazing collaboration of art, technique, and brilliance. Kevin Spacey and Annette Bening give absolutely incredible performances in the leading roles, and the other cast members (Chris Cooper, Mena Suvari, Thora Birch, and Wes Bentley) are fantastic as well.
This isn't a family movie. There's some nudity, and maybe a little bit violence, but it doesn't glorify either. It's creepy at times, but never scary. And its attitude ranges from hysterical to depressing.
It's a brilliant film. Every time I watch it, I see it as something different. I see it as an art film, a mystery, a satire, a tragedy, a poetic piece, and so many other potential things. And it's always brilliant and beautiful.
When you watch this movie, pay attention to the colors, especially red and blue.