Great psychological thriller

Rating: 10/10 (18 December 2010)

Half way through seeing this amazing movie, I was convinced Natalie Portman should win Best Actress at the Oscars and Golden Globes. This is an intricate, disturbing and fascinating look into the psyche of a young woman who has been molded by an over-protective bitter mother, and who lives more in the space of a week than she did in the rest of her life. The screenplay, cinematography, music and costuming should all be at least nominated for Golden Globes and Oscars. It gives a realistic glimpse into the hard reality behind the beauty of the ballet, and the soundtrack is perfect for the story in every scene. The action jumps back and forth between reality and the main character's fantasy life, and it is often impossible to separate them. Natalie Portman's fragile beauty is perfect for the sheltered innocence of her character, and her transformation into the Black Swan is a fascinating glimpse into madness. I'm sure this movie won't get the audience it should, but I'm hoping that it will get the recognition and honors it deserves.