Well worth Seeing!!

Rating: 9/10 (27 December 2007)

As a longtime movie buff, but a novice IMDb comment writer, I approach this with a little perspective and a little intimidation. I also went to see this movie not having read the novel and deliberately avoiding any detailed reviews of its plot. The result: I found the movie overall to tell its story absolutely amazingly well, especially its outstanding beginning! The portrayal of the early events that form the basis of this movie accomplish what only happens rarely - immerse one completely into the story and into its characters. Awards to all involved but most especially the director, screenwriter, and editor. High artistic risks were taken by very talented folks acting on both their muse and the full potential of their talents to produce something rarely seen these day - mirabile visu - a film well worth seeing!