The Meaning of "Myth"

Rating: 10/10 (15 May 2004)

In this lovely, heart-warming film Tim Burton explores the meaning and importance of myth in human life. To many people, the word "myth" is synonymous with the word "lie". Nothing could be further from... "the truth". People, (in this case Ed Bloom, played superbly by Albert Finney), use myth to describe that which is most important to or about them. Whole civilizations have and do the same thing. So, to know Ed one must understand the myths he has created to show us and his son (wonderfully played by Billy Crudup) that which he holds most dear. I have admired Ewan McGregor for many years and his performance in this film serves to only increase my respect. Sit back and let Ed reel you in.