Very good - with minor drawbacks

Rating: 8/10 (24 January 2000)

There is simply no question that this is a very stylish and provocative movie. Equally it is true that it has its limitations - due largely to time and production restraints (and the odd influence of hollywood/mass market appeal) - and a few too many simplistic resolutions/devices. Norton does a typically superb job and is quite adequately supported by the remainder of the cast - but this remains Norton's film. On the whole, a movie likely to shock or offend some, move many, and influence almost all. Definitely worth a watch. My vote 8/10