Outstanding!

Rating: 10/10 (19 May 2008)

Atonement is the best romantic film that cinema has seen in a long time. It contains everything needed for a romance to tug at our heartstrings.
The British press gave Keira Knightley a lot of credit and were outraged when she didn't receive an Oscar-nomination or a Bafta Award. She is a brilliant actress, stunning in that classical look and I believe the biggest acting sensation since Meryl Streep. However, her performance as Cecilia in Atonement isn't a very large one and therefore I agree and think that the awards went to better performances. The star of the film is without a doubt James McAvoy. His performance reduces you to tears as he is sent to fight in the war. Critics should have made a fuss about him not receiving an Oscar-nomination. He's definitely the best British acting sensation so far and is seriously underrated. His performance is breathtaking.
The music is beautiful and goes perfectly with the story. It is original and one of the best.
Overall, Atonement is a must see! The cast are brilliant, the music is wonderful-and the story is heartbreaking.